Proposes a constitutional amendment relating to firearms
This bill proposes a constitutional amendment in Missouri that guarantees the right to bear arms for self-defense, home protection, and lawful duties, stating these rights are "unalienable" and any restrictions must undergo strict scrutiny. It allows counties and cities (including St. Louis and Kansas City) to create local firearm regulations through ordinances, such as requiring permits with cost-based fees (maxing $500), background checks, and penalties up to $1,000 fines or 1 year in jail for violations. The amendment explicitly exempts active/passive law enforcement, judges, security guards, and military personnel from local rules, while permitting restrictions only for convicted violent felons or those deemed a danger due to mental health issues. The measure aims to align with the federal Second Amendment but would override other state laws on local firearm ordinances.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 17, 2025
Last action May 15, 2025
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Actions timeline
Total actions
3
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0
Committee
1
May 15, 2025
Committee
Referred: Emerging Issues(H)
lower
Feb 17, 2025
Introduced
Introduced and Read First Time (H)
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Emily Weber
DDemocratic
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