Proposes a constitutional amendment relating to firearms
This bill proposes a constitutional amendment in Missouri to protect the right of citizens to keep and bear arms, ammunition, and accessories for defense and lawful civil aid. It establishes that any restrictions on these rights must undergo strict scrutiny and explicitly exempts convicted violent felons and individuals deemed a danger due to mental disorders from these protections. Additionally, the amendment allows counties, St. Louis, and Kansas City to enact their own ordinances regulating firearm possession, carrying, and transfers, provided they include specific rules on permit fees, background checks, and penalties. Local governments would also be required to recognize permits issued by a resident's home county and must exempt law enforcement, judges, and certain security personnel from local regulations.
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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Total actions
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Committee
1
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
Michael Johnson
DDemocratic
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