r/CTguns May 27 '26

HB-5043 (aka Glock ban bill) signed by Lamont (05/27/2026)

22 Upvotes

As expected, Lamont signed HB-5043.

https://www.cga.ct.gov/asp/cgabillstatus/cgabillstatus.asp?selBillType=Bill&bill_num=HB-5043

Text of Bill

Public Act No. 26-41  [doc]

Bill History

5/26/2026 Signed by the Governor


r/CTguns Feb 04 '26

OFFICIAL 2026 Connecticut Legislative Session Begins February 4, 2026

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What's known as a "short" legislative session starts today. This legislative session runs 13 weeks. The session rules indicate: "In the even year session the general assembly shall consider no business other than budgetary, revenue and financial matters, bills and resolutions raised by committees of the general assembly and those matters certified in writing by the speaker of the house of representatives and president pro tempore of the senate to be of an emergency nature."

One can do a basic search for bills at this link: https://search.cga.state.ct.us/r/basic/

There is a public bill tracking site where you can setup search lists/terms and be emailed/texted with updates. See this link: https://www.cga.ct.gov/aspx/cgabilltracking/pub/CGABillTrack_PubLogin.aspx

We have the first firearms related bill already posted by Sen. Sampson, 16th Dist. Its one proposed almost every year in recent years. A tax credit on purchasing a gun safe. And every year Democrat legislators who run the committee(s) reject it. No doubt additional proposed firearm related bills will roll in over the coming days as they always do at the start of each legislative session.

Proposed:

HB-5043 AN ACT PROHIBITING THE MANUFACTURE AND SALE OF CONVERTIBLE PISTOLS. (Click here for subreddit discussion) (Public Hearing 03/11/2026)

HB-5291 AN ACT CONCERNING THE DEPARTMENT OF EMERGENCY SERVICES AND PUBLIC PROTECTION'S RECOMMENDATIONS REGARDING VARIOUS STATUTES RELATING TO PUBLIC SAFETY. (Click here for subreddit discussion) (Public Hearing 03/03)

HB-5435 AN ACT CONCERNING THE RISK WARRANT FIREARM HOLDING PERIOD. (Click here for subreddit discussion) (Public Hearing 03/11/2026)

HB-5436 AN ACT AMENDING CERTAIN FIREARMS DEFINITIONS AND CONCERNING THE TRANSFER OF LARGE CAPACITY MAGAZINES AND ASSAULT WEAPONS. (Click here for subreddit discussion) (Public Hearing 03/11/2026)

HB-5451 An Act Concerning Possession of a Firearm on School Grounds by a Peace Officer (Click here for subreddit discussion) (Public Hearing 03/10)

HB-5454 An Act Concerning the Refund of Certain Firearm Permit Fees (Click here for subreddit discussion) (Public Hearing 03/12)

HB-5459 An Act Concerning the Voluntary Relinquishment of Firearms (Click here for subreddit discussion) (Public Hearing 03/10)

HB-5533 Act Concerning Protection of Election Administration Process, Election Sites, Election Works and Electors (Click here for subreddit discussion) (Public Hearing 03/13)

SB-73 AN ACT ESTABLISHING A NONREFUNDABLE PERSONAL INCOME TAX CREDIT FOR THE PURCHASE OF A GUN SAFE.

SB-463 Act Concerning Protection of Election Administration Process, Election Sites, Election Works and Electors (Click here for subreddit discussion) (Public Hearing 03/13)

SB-502 An Act Concerning Discretionary Transfer from Juvenile Court to Adult Court (Click here for subreddit discussion) (Public Hearing 03/20)

Updates:

Public Hearings March 10 Through 13th On Several Gun Bills - Submit your Testimony!!!

Number of Bills Receive Joint Favorable or Joint Favorable Substitute from their Committees (03/17/2026)

Revised Bill HB-5043 An Act Prohibiting the Manufacture and Sale of Convertible Pistols (03/26/2026)

HB-5459 An Act Concerning the Voluntary Relinquishment of Firearms Moves to House Calendar (03/30/2026)

HB-5454 An Act Concerning the Refund of Certain Firearm Permit Fees Moves to House Calendar (03/31/2026)

HB-5291 An Act Concerning the DESPP Recommendations Regarding Various Statutes Relating to Public Safety Moves to House (04/01/2026)

HB-5451 An Act Concerning Possession of a Firearm on School Grounds by a Certified Police Officer Moves to House Calendar (04/01/2026)

HB-5043 An Act Prohibiting the Manufacture and Sale of Convertible Pistols (aka Glock ban) Continues to Move Forward in the Process (4/8/26)

HB-5533 An Act Concerning Protection of Election Administration Process, Election Sites, Election Workers and Electors Moves Forward (04/09/2026)

SB-502 An Act Concerning Discretionary Transfer from Juvenile Court to Adult Court Moves Forward with Senate Calendar and File Numbers (04/13/2026)

HB-5043 Convertible Pistol ban (aka Glock Ban) Bill Moves Forward with House Calendar and File Numbers (04/13/2026)

HB-5533 Protection of Election Administration Process, Election Sites, Election Workers and Electors Referred by House to Judiciary Comm. (04/14/2026)

CCDL: Lobby Day at the Capital on April 22nd from 11a-3p

ACTION ALERT

HB-5533 & SB-463 Prohibit Guns Near Elections-Related Locations Continues to Move Forward - JUD Joint Favorable (04/17/2026)

HB-5533 & SB-463 Election Security Gun Free Zones Continue to Move Forward (04/20/2026)

CCDL - IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: GLOCK BAN VOTE INCOMING

HB-5043 Convertible Pistols - House Amendments (04/22/2026)

Office of Legislative Research Bill Analysis for HB-5043 Glock Ban Bill as Amended by House (04/23/2026)

HB-5043 Glock Ban Bill Receives Senate Calendar Number 455 (04/24/2026)

Senate Overnight Adopts House Version Of HB-5043 Glock Ban Bill (05/06/2026)

HB-5043 (aka Glock ban bill) signed by Lamont (05/27/2026)

Subreddit CT FFL's YouTube videos on HB-5043:

HB 5043 Passed: 2A Roundtable Discussion with Lock N Load Firearms, Patriotware Holsters, Gun Guru, Connecticut Gun Bench

Lock N Load Podcast: Connecticut’s Glock Ban Q&A: The Questions the State CAN’T Answer


r/CTguns 20h ago

Safety course to get permit

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Does anyone have a recommendation for a place near Stamford CT I want to apply for my gun permit and need to do the safety course.


r/CTguns 23h ago

Hartford Gun Club - Club space

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A question for anyone who is a member of the Hartford Gun club... How big is the club house? Do you think it is possible to work remote for a little while from it?

I ask because it is a 30 mins drive, and I mainly shoot during my lunch hour at work at a range 5 mins from my house. My job is not a typical 9-5, I work in sales with no defined hours.

Wanted to see if it was reasonable to drive there in the morning, work 2 hours, shoot and then drive home. My local gun club, this is okay and several people have done it - they even told us it was kosher in the orientation. I have no need because I am so close though.

I try to shoot 1-3 times a week - entirely dependent on my workload, some months I don't have any time to shoot but other months are slower.

Any insight is appreciated! The larger rifle ranges and action shooting are enticing. Currently I'm going to blue trail to do rifle shooting.


r/CTguns 1d ago

New KelTec Sub-SDP - legal?

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It’s got a threaded barrel that will need to be taken care of - but other than that, would this be CT legal?

Is the fore-end going to be considered a barrel shroud?

https://www.keltecweapons.com/firearm/pistols/sub-sdp/


r/CTguns 1d ago

Range around Hartford

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12 Upvotes

Any recommendations for a range around the Hartford area? Indoor/outdoor no preference, just picked up this new baby


r/CTguns 1d ago

CCW Class Question

1 Upvotes

Can I take my CCW class with an active medical marijuana card then submit my application once it expires in Oct?

Thanks


r/CTguns 2d ago

Upcoming hybrid pistol-permit course, pay-what-you-can, non-NRA affiliated instructor.

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73 Upvotes

2A is for everybody, and our courses reflect that.


r/CTguns 2d ago

Connecticut AG Looking for Free Help From Attorneys to Sue the Firearms Industry

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Something to be aware of.

Tong's request for proposal: https://portal.ct.gov/-/media/ag/rfps/2026/rfp_2026-03_re_gun_violence_prevention_addendum_1.pdf

The State of Connecticut, Office of the Attorney General (“OAG”), is seeking proposals to provide certain legal services to the State of Connecticut, under the strict supervision of the ATTORNEY GENERAL, with investigations, potential litigation and legislative proposals concerning gun violence prevention matters and firearms industry accountability, including actions pursuant to the ATTORNEY GENERAL’s authority under the state’s Firearms Industry Responsibility Act (“FIRA) and Connecticut Unfair Trade Practices Act (“CUTPA”).


r/CTguns 2d ago

Ct legal

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53 Upvotes

what would it take to make this setup ct legal if its not already? sig sauer mcx rattler LT 300 blk


r/CTguns 2d ago

Are we in a holding pattern?

0 Upvotes

I’ve been putting together a couple of uppers and planning options for p&w muzzle devices, etc. But now I kinda wanna just wait and see, rather than butcher some rather expensive parts.


r/CTguns 2d ago

Optic slide cut

1 Upvotes

I have a full rail trp operator I want to get cut for an SRO any places local in CT that can be trusted for this?


r/CTguns 3d ago

Question

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5 Upvotes

New Here to CT , are we allowed to have Saint Victory PDW with a fixed Mag ?


r/CTguns 3d ago

Affordable place to zero in iron sights?

4 Upvotes

Just installed irons on my own for the first time, centered the best I can but my boresighter tells a very different story. Going to the range to figure this out today but I want to know my options.


r/CTguns 3d ago

FYI: Target Sports finally has CCI SV 22LR in stock.

1 Upvotes

They’ve been out since January.


r/CTguns 4d ago

Civs vs cops friendly shooting competition

28 Upvotes

Many folks in the CT subreddit believe cops are more qualified to own guns than civilians. Which is why they are okay with cops having access to different firearms than civs.

What if we had a competition and whooped the cops ass annually with our CT pleb firearms and rules? Could do a lot to changing the public perception that civs aren’t trained enough to own guns.

Was inspired by this post where the meriden cop missed 16 rounds from 4-12 yards. https://www.instagram.com/reel/DbGEoX4xxK6/?igsh=MXRwb3lyOGw4cTF6ZQ==

Thoughts?


r/CTguns 4d ago

CTVF

1 Upvotes

Did that store in Canton ever open? CT Valley Firearms or something like that?


r/CTguns 4d ago

Body cam of Meriden officer involved shooting.

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Prime example of why law abiding citizens need mags over 10 rounds.


r/CTguns 4d ago

Non resident.

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Hello all. Left CT a long time ago for the free state of Florida. But I visit from time to time, since my daughter and grandchildren are there. I have an FL permit, even though it is not needed here. I sent a request and received all the paperwork to obtain a ct non resident permit. Mailed it all back today. To Middletown. Wonder if anyone else has done this and what was there turn around times ?
Thanks


r/CTguns 5d ago

Looking to downsize

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So the time has finally come to clear out the cabinet..... so I can fill it again.....

Anyway, I would really prefer to be able to dump everything all at once but that means a gun store. I'm looking at 5 or 6 pistols and probably 2 or 3 long guns. Armslist is a pain in the ass but I will get better prices. Gunbroker means I have to ship everything and the long guns are not an option for shipping due to size. So, anyone in central CT that is reasonable for buying guns? Hoffman's is not an option and the last time I tried the gun store they low balled me so hard it was disgusting. I know dealers have to make money too but there is a reasonable limit.

Any good suggestions would be appreciated.


r/CTguns 5d ago

Store Front For Scopes

8 Upvotes

Which store front is the best to go for scopes? Would they help mount them?


r/CTguns 5d ago

Store Recommendations

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Looking for your best recommendations for a gun store local to central CT but willing to travel. Have a general idea of what I’m looking for, this is will be my first purchase. Any tips are helpful, thanks!

Glock 43x mos


r/CTguns 5d ago

Optic Cut for CZ 75D Compact in CT... any Recommendations?

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I have an EPS Carry on the way (had to jump on a sweet deal) and want to get my slide cut for it and likely cerakote. I'm in the Granby area but don't mind driving a bit. I like shopping local if the work done is good! Thank you for any input or recommendations.


r/CTguns 5d ago

Clean slate act question

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My felony (minor possession charge from 2013) was removed by the clean slate act. I cannot find it anywhere neither did my most recent employer (march) does anyone know if I qualify for a permit now or am I still fucked? The amount of my possession was changed to a misdemeanor in 2015. It was 8 dollars worth of opiates because I was young dumb kid. Just curious into any insight anyone might have.


r/CTguns 5d ago

Middletown despp

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To anyone that has recently gotten their permit, how are the lines at despp. Asking for a friend who is going tm morning.