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House approves limited exception for firing tracer ammunition with state forester approval
Summary
House Bill 432 was approved 67–0 on March 10, 2014. The bill allows possession of tracer ammunition to be fired outside military reservations only with written approval from the State Forester specifying time, place and duration.
House Bill 432, described on the floor by Representative Wheatley, clarifies existing prohibitions on firing tracer ammunition and creates a limited exception allowing firing only with written approval from the State Forester that specifies time, place and duration. Representative Wheatley told the chamber that "Tracer ammunition allows you to see the path of the projectile in a red or orange line" and that firing would remain prohibited except when explicit written authorization is granted.
Key detail: The bill retains prohibition on general firing of tracer rounds in the state but permits exceptions for specified uses after review by the Division of Forestry, Fire, and State Lands. Representative Wheatley said purchasers may still possess this type of ammunition but may only fire under the approved conditions.
The House recorded 67 yea votes and 0 nay votes on the measure; it will be transmitted to the Senate for consideration.
