Firearms (3D Printing) Bill

What the bill does

A Bill to create an offence of possessing a blueprint for the production of a firearm by 3D printing; to create an offence of possessing part of a firearm produced by 3D printing; and for connected purposes.

Progress through Parliament

What 2nd reading means, and what happens next

Second reading is the first full debate on the principle of the bill. The House votes on whether it should proceed at all.

If it passes, the bill goes to committee stage, where it is examined line by line and amendments are considered.

Read the full guide to this stage: What happens at second reading of a bill

Questions about the Firearms (3D Printing) Bill

What stage is the Firearms (3D Printing) Bill at?

The Firearms (3D Printing) Bill is currently at 2nd reading in the UK Parliament.

Has the Firearms (3D Printing) Bill become law?

Not yet. A bill becomes law only when it has passed both Houses and received Royal Assent. The Firearms (3D Printing) Bill is currently at 2nd reading.

What happens next to the Firearms (3D Printing) Bill?

If it passes, the bill goes to committee stage, where it is examined line by line and amendments are considered.

Who sponsored the Firearms (3D Printing) Bill?

The Firearms (3D Printing) Bill was sponsored by Preet Kaur Gill.

When was the Firearms (3D Printing) Bill introduced?

It was introduced to Parliament on 29 October 2024, at first reading.

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