Colorado Governor Signs Law Banning Semiautomatic Firearms, Including AR-15 Rifles
1 min readColorado Governor Jared Polis recently signed a new law that will ban semiautomatic firearms, including popular AR-15 rifles, in the state. Starting in August 2026, residents who want to own these firearms will need to obtain an “eligibility card” from their local sheriff.
According to reports, individuals seeking banned firearms will have to undergo a vetting process, including a background check, and complete a firearms safety course to receive the eligibility card. The training could involve up to twelve hours over two days, depending on the individual’s prior experience with firearms.
This move by Colorado lawmakers mirrors a similar requirement in Illinois, where gun owners must obtain a Firearm Owners Identification (FOID) card before purchasing any firearms. However, critics argue that such regulations do little to prevent criminals from obtaining banned firearms through illicit means.
The new law has sparked concerns among gun rights advocates, who see it as a restriction on law-abiding citizens’ Second Amendment rights. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.
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