Proposes a constitutional amendment relating to firearms
This bill proposes a constitutional amendment to protect the right to own and carry firearms for self-defense, while allowing local governments like counties and major cities to create their own firearm regulations. The amendment explicitly states that these rights are unalienable and must be upheld by the state, but it also permits localities to issue permits, charge fees, and set penalties for violations as long as they follow specific limits. Additionally, the text clarifies that individuals convicted of violent felonies or deemed a danger due to mental health issues remain prohibited from possessing firearms. Local ordinances must recognize permits from other jurisdictions and cannot impose fines or jail time exceeding one year or a $1,000 fine.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2024
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 20, 2024
Last action May 17, 2024
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Committee
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May 17, 2024
Committee
Referred: General Laws(H)
lower
Feb 20, 2024
Introduced
Introduced and Read First Time (H)
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Adrian Plank
DDemocratic
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