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Asm. Gipson’s Ghost Guns Bill Passes in California Assembly and Senate

September 23, 2025

Assembly Bill 1263, authored by Assemblymember Mike Gipson (D-Carson), has passed both the California Assembly and Senate and now awaits Governor Newsom's decision. The legislation aims to strengthen oversight of privately manufactured firearms, commonly known as ghost guns, by expanding California's Firearm Industry Responsibility Act and creating legal liability for those who help produce them. The bill specifically targets distribution of instructions for creating 3D-printed and computer numerical control-milled firearms, requiring vendors selling firearm-making equipment to provide clear notice about California's laws on firearm manufacturing.

Who is affected

  • Manufacturers and distributors of ghost guns and related materials
  • Owners or operators of websites hosting digital firearm manufacturing code
  • Vendors selling equipment like 3D printers and CNC milling machines
  • Law enforcement agencies dealing with untraceable firearms
  • California communities at risk from ghost gun violence
  • Second Amendment advocates and gun rights organizations

What action is being taken

  • California's Assembly and Senate have voted to pass Assembly Bill 1263
  • The bill has been sent to Governor Newsom's desk for approval or veto
  • California Attorney General Rob Bonta is actively sponsoring AB 1263 and similar legislation
  • Gun rights groups are opposing the legislation on constitutional grounds

Why it matters

  • Ghost guns are untraceable firearms without serial numbers that can evade detection
  • The ghost gun industry has exploited loopholes in existing laws
  • The bill addresses the proliferation of technological methods to create unregulated firearms
  • The legislation comes at a time when political violence, state gun laws, and Second Amendment rights are central to national conversation
  • California is attempting to create a model for "sensible gun legislation" that other states might follow

What's next

  • Governor Gavin Newsom will either approve or veto the legislation
  • If approved, AB 1263 will become California state law
  • Gipson hopes other states will follow California's example by passing similar gun safety legislation

Read full article from source: The San Diego Voice & Viewpoint

Asm. Gipson’s Ghost Guns Bill Passes in California Assembly and Senate