Firearms: unsafe handguns.

California AB1615 aims to amend existing laws concerning firearms, specifically focusing on unsafe handguns. The bill seeks to enhance regulations to ensure that handguns sold in the state meet safety standards. This is part of a broader effort to promote responsible gun ownership and reduce gun-related incidents.

CA AB1615 is a house bill in the California 2025-2026 Regular Session, sponsored by Stephanie Nguyen (D), currently “Passed” since September 14, 2026.

We track 5,060 California bills this session, 39 of them sponsored by Stephanie Nguyen.

The key recorded vote (A, August 27, 2026) ended 78–0 and passed.

Supporters of AB1615 would highlight that the bill is a crucial step towards improving public safety by ensuring that only safe handguns are available for purchase. They would argue that this legislation protects communities and helps prevent accidents and misuse of firearms, ultimately fostering a safer environment for all Californians.

Critics of AB1615 might argue that the bill imposes unnecessary restrictions on law-abiding gun owners and could infringe on Second Amendment rights. They may contend that the legislation does little to address the root causes of gun violence and instead creates barriers for responsible citizens seeking to exercise their rights.

Source: LegiScan roll call vote data.