Right to carry without a permit provision

This bill (SF 846) removes the requirement for a permit to carry a firearm in most public places in Minnesota, allowing eligible residents to carry openly or concealed without a license. It directly affects all Minnesotans who are not prohibited from owning firearms under state or federal law, including those who may previously have needed a permit for public carry. The bill adds an optional permit system (for those who choose it) requiring training, being 21+ years old, passing background checks, and meeting specific eligibility criteria. Key exceptions include not applying to private property like homes or businesses, gun shops, hunting areas, or public places where the carry is already prohibited by law.