Hunting on streets and railroads; clarify prohibition on for compliance with United States and Mississippi Constitutions.
SB 2279 clarifies Mississippi's existing prohibition against discharging firearms on streets, roads, highways, levees, or railroads (including their right-of-way areas) to align with constitutional interpretations under the Mississippi Constitution and the U.S. Second Amendment (citing *District of Columbia v. Heller* and *New York Rifle & Pistol Association v. Bruen*). It defines "right-of-way" as public areas extending to property lines and specifies misdemeanor penalties ($100-$500 fine or up to 6 months jail) for violations, while exempting law enforcement, self-defense, and lawful vehicle access. The bill did not create new restrictions but aimed to resolve potential conflicts between current law and constitutional rights. It died in committee on February 4, 2025, and never became law.
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died
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Introduction
Jan 2025
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Governor
Introduced Jan 20, 2025
Last action Feb 4, 2025
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Jan 20, 2025
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Referred To Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks;Judiciary, Division B
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Mike Seymour
RRepublican
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