California Assembly passes 3D printer bill that would criminalize bypassing mandated gun-blocking software
The California Assembly has passed AB 2047, a bill aimed at regulating 3D printers by requiring them to include firearm-blocking technology. This legislation makes it a misdemeanor to disable such technology, which has raised concerns among advocates for open-source firmware. The bill now moves to the state Senate for further consideration.
- ▪AB 2047 mandates that all 3D printers sold in California must include firearm-blocking technology.
- ▪Disabling or circumventing this technology would be classified as a misdemeanor under the new law.
- ▪The bill aims to address the rise in 3D-printed firearms, which have increased significantly in recent years.
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3D Printing California Assembly passes 3D printer bill that would criminalize bypassing mandated gun-blocking software News By Luke James published 30 May 2026 AB 2047 advances to the state Senate. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Getty Images) Share Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Email Share this article Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter California's Assembly has passed AB 2047, the California Firearm Printing Prevention Act, sending the amended bill to the state Senate after it was amended on May 18 and ordered to a third reading the following day.
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