Proposes a constitutional amendment relating to firearms
This bill proposes a constitutional amendment in Missouri that would guarantee the right to bear arms for self-defense in homes, personal safety, and family protection, stating this right is unalienable and subject to strict scrutiny for any restrictions. It directly affects all Missouri residents, with exceptions for convicted violent felons or individuals deemed a danger due to mental health issues. The amendment also permits counties and cities like St. Louis and Kansas City to create local ordinances regulating firearm possession, carrying, or transfer within their limits, but only with cost-based fees, 5-year permit validity, and exemptions for law enforcement, judges, and licensed security personnel. Local rules cannot exceed $1,000 fines or 1-year jail terms for violations and must allow valid permits from other jurisdictions. The amendment explicitly states it complies with the U.S. Second Amendment while respecting federal court decisions.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 28, 2025
Last action May 15, 2025
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Total actions
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Committee
1
May 15, 2025
Committee
Referred: Emerging Issues(H)
lower
Feb 28, 2025
Introduced
Introduced and Read First Time (H)
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Jeff Hales
DDemocratic
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