Committee hears bill to remove spring blade knives from 'dangerous weapons' list

Feb 2, 2026

The Senate Law & Justice Committee heard testimony on SB 5962, which would remove spring blade knives from the state's dangerous-weapons classification while preserving bans on carrying them in schools, jails and similar settings. Supporters cited industry and civil-rights reasons; critics warned about carry restrictions in the draft.

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The Senate Law & Justice Committee heard public testimony Feb. 2 on SB 5962, a bill to remove spring blade knives from the statutory list of 'dangerous weapons' and to harmonize several code sections.

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