Proposes a constitutional amendment relating to firearms

This bill proposes a constitutional amendment to Missouri that would protect the right of citizens to keep and bear arms for self-defense while allowing local governments to regulate firearms. Under the new rules, counties and cities like St. Louis and Kansas City could pass ordinances to issue permits for carrying guns, charge fees to cover administrative costs, and require background checks. The amendment also specifies that these local regulations cannot impose penalties harsher than a $1,000 fine or one year in jail, and they must exempt law enforcement, judges, and certain licensed security personnel. Additionally, the text explicitly states that restrictions on gun rights for convicted violent felons or individuals deemed dangerous due to mental health issues would still be permitted.