AZAndy
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That took a lot of work, and I'm grateful for your effort. Thank you. It's very interesting to look through.
2017-2018 Newly Proposed Legislation - State & Federal Bills
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Trust me no one would like to see that passed any more than I would. I could travel down the east coast without having to go AROUND MD but I honestly don't think the bill has a chance of passing .... sadly
Squire Western
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You are probably correct. But on this special inaugaration day, dreams come a little easier! And I still love Annapolis. I just can't live there anymore.
Okay folks here's your first batch of bills for the week:
AK
HB75 would create 'gun violence protective orders' very similar to the California law
AR
HB1249 would allow college staff members to carry firearms (with restrictions)
CT
HB06336 would legalize suppressors for hunting
HB06636 would set up reciprocity agreements with states that have similar requirements for a permit
HI
HB410 would make the state a shall issue state
SB280 would prohibit anyone on the terrorist watch list from owning firearms
HB802 has to be one of most poorly worded bills we have ever seen, it basically requires gun dealers to report any unsuccessful sale due to the dealer's suspicion the sale might be illegal
SB876 would waive the waiting period for firearm purchases for those already registered as a firearm owner
IA
HF70 would ban the sale or transfer of any magazine that can hold more than 10 rounds
HF73 is a universal background check bill
IL
HB0492 would repeal the firearm owners id act
HB0504 would prohibit anyone on the terrorist watch list from getting a FOID card
IN
HB1588 would repeal prohibitions on carrying firearms on school property or school buses
KS
SB53 would remove the sunset clause for local governments being allowed to ban firearms in buildings and meetings
MD
SB245 would make self–defense a legitimate reason for getting a carry permit
MN
SF292 would strengthen self-defense law and eliminate the duty to retreat
NY
A02406 would require a 10 day waiting period if NICS has not returned a proceed message
A02414 would include antique and black powder rifles in items to be surrendered
A02591 would require anyone transporting 5 or more firearms, or ammunition for more than 5 firearms, to have a separate storage area locked with a lock
S03277 would ban 'ghost guns'
A02659 would set up a ridiculous amount of new rules and regulations for gun dealers
A02725 would require all privately built firearms to have serial numbers and be registered with the state
A02775 would ban possession of firearms in national parks and national wildlife refuge systems
A02817 would allow anyone with a valid carry license from their home state to carry in NY. It would also set up a temporary carry permit system for non-residents
S03355 would make it a crime to leave any firearm unlocked unless it is in their immediate possession or control
PA
SB118 is an attempt to make dealers liable for crimes committed with firearms they have sold
HB169 would exempt up to three firearms from judgements and liens
HB38 would prohibit employers, landlords etc from limiting a person from owning or carrying a firearm
HB155 would limit what sections of law the attorney general can use when determining if another states permit laws are similar (for granting reciprocity)
HB166 would create tougher sentences for crimes committed while using a firearm
HB170 is a constitutional carry bill
HB22 would make anyone who is ordered to undergo mental health treatment on an outpatient basis a prohibited person
HB156 would strictly prohibit firearm owner databases
SD
HB1072 is a constitutional carry bill
TX
HB1209 would change law regarding the unlawful carry in a posted area so that the person could only be charged if they were asked to leave and then refused
SB577 would make it illegal to carry into state hospitals
UT
HB0174 would force law enforcement to destroy all records pertaining to firearm sales and transfers within 15 days
HB0177 would allow certified law enforcement to forgo background checks when buying a firearm
VA
HB2466 would require all dealers to stock at least one personalized handgun at all times
WY
HB0194 would allow teachers that have a concealed carry license and are approved by the school board to carry in schools
http://amgoa.org/Proposed-State-Gun-Legislation
US Congress
HB358 adds the word ammunition to current law about transporting firearms across state line
SB72 would require information from the terrorist screening list to be included in the NICS database
http://amgoa.org/Proposed-Federal-Gun-Legislation
AK
HB75 would create 'gun violence protective orders' very similar to the California law
AR
HB1249 would allow college staff members to carry firearms (with restrictions)
CT
HB06336 would legalize suppressors for hunting
HB06636 would set up reciprocity agreements with states that have similar requirements for a permit
HI
HB410 would make the state a shall issue state
SB280 would prohibit anyone on the terrorist watch list from owning firearms
HB802 has to be one of most poorly worded bills we have ever seen, it basically requires gun dealers to report any unsuccessful sale due to the dealer's suspicion the sale might be illegal
SB876 would waive the waiting period for firearm purchases for those already registered as a firearm owner
IA
HF70 would ban the sale or transfer of any magazine that can hold more than 10 rounds
HF73 is a universal background check bill
IL
HB0492 would repeal the firearm owners id act
HB0504 would prohibit anyone on the terrorist watch list from getting a FOID card
IN
HB1588 would repeal prohibitions on carrying firearms on school property or school buses
KS
SB53 would remove the sunset clause for local governments being allowed to ban firearms in buildings and meetings
MD
SB245 would make self–defense a legitimate reason for getting a carry permit
MN
SF292 would strengthen self-defense law and eliminate the duty to retreat
NY
A02406 would require a 10 day waiting period if NICS has not returned a proceed message
A02414 would include antique and black powder rifles in items to be surrendered
A02591 would require anyone transporting 5 or more firearms, or ammunition for more than 5 firearms, to have a separate storage area locked with a lock
S03277 would ban 'ghost guns'
A02659 would set up a ridiculous amount of new rules and regulations for gun dealers
A02725 would require all privately built firearms to have serial numbers and be registered with the state
A02775 would ban possession of firearms in national parks and national wildlife refuge systems
A02817 would allow anyone with a valid carry license from their home state to carry in NY. It would also set up a temporary carry permit system for non-residents
S03355 would make it a crime to leave any firearm unlocked unless it is in their immediate possession or control
PA
SB118 is an attempt to make dealers liable for crimes committed with firearms they have sold
HB169 would exempt up to three firearms from judgements and liens
HB38 would prohibit employers, landlords etc from limiting a person from owning or carrying a firearm
HB155 would limit what sections of law the attorney general can use when determining if another states permit laws are similar (for granting reciprocity)
HB166 would create tougher sentences for crimes committed while using a firearm
HB170 is a constitutional carry bill
HB22 would make anyone who is ordered to undergo mental health treatment on an outpatient basis a prohibited person
HB156 would strictly prohibit firearm owner databases
SD
HB1072 is a constitutional carry bill
TX
HB1209 would change law regarding the unlawful carry in a posted area so that the person could only be charged if they were asked to leave and then refused
SB577 would make it illegal to carry into state hospitals
UT
HB0174 would force law enforcement to destroy all records pertaining to firearm sales and transfers within 15 days
HB0177 would allow certified law enforcement to forgo background checks when buying a firearm
VA
HB2466 would require all dealers to stock at least one personalized handgun at all times
WY
HB0194 would allow teachers that have a concealed carry license and are approved by the school board to carry in schools
http://amgoa.org/Proposed-State-Gun-Legislation
US Congress
HB358 adds the word ammunition to current law about transporting firearms across state line
SB72 would require information from the terrorist screening list to be included in the NICS database
http://amgoa.org/Proposed-Federal-Gun-Legislation
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morcey2
Member
Minor correction. HB0177 allows currently certified Utah LEOs to buy a gun or get a CFP without having to go through a background check:
From http://le.utah.gov/~2017/bills/static/HB0177.html
Current CFP holders are already exempted from the background check.
Good catch, must not have had enough coffee when I read that one ... description (and rating) updated
barnbwt
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Here's a good one I heard about today; it just about requires its own thread (on a different forum), though, it's potentially so far-reaching;
HR5 - Regulatory Accountability Act of 2017
A short bit of background; apparently there is an 'official' constitutional law term for the fact that judges almost always defer to the opinions of regulators when it comes to technical matters; "Chevron Deference." When the EPA says something is toxic, or the ATF says something constitutes intent, judges tend to take their 'expert opinion' at face value, and rarely stoop to investigation of the nitty-gritty facts supporting that determination. However, this eventually led to a plaintiff challenging an agency's opinion, on the basis that the impact of its regulation went beyond the scope intended by the law; thus was born the Chevron v NRDC case involving environmental regulations on the oil industry. The 5-0* majority opinion of 1984 favored the government;
Thus began the exploration of existing statutes like the NFA, their vague passages used to expand regulatory authority; what exactly constitutes a vertical grip? What is a sporting purpose? How early in the process of manufacture can intent be construed, and can we push that boundary just a little earlier & still win convictions? All these changes and more by the ATF alone, no hearings or testimony or justification required.
So here's where the bill I mentioned (which passed the House recently) comes in;
As anyone familiar with ITAR or the ATF knows, gun owners/industry are bound by unpredictable regulations, often passed without any participation. Firearms regulations are not the intended focus of this bill, but they would be effected by it. The primary purpose of this bill is to make it difficult for agencies to unilaterally enact rule changes that have large-scale impacts on the economy (much bigger than the gun industry), but the secondary purpose is to require better justification and documentation for all rule changes.
That's the part that is relevant to a gun owner; for example, the ATF would have to file & publish a report explaining how they arrived at the conclusion shouldering a SIG brace constitutes manufacture of a rifle, as well as from where they believe the authority to make this determination is derived in the NFA statute, and documentation of how they arrived at these conclusions. Basically, a brief summary of the arguments they would make to a court or congressional committee were they forced to defend them from legal challenge. Except they would have to publish this right at the time of passage, instead of years later before a district court bench when a plaintiff finally has standing to sue.
All sorts of internal deliberations go into creating the letters the Bureau puts out, as well as --incredibly-- external lobbying by anti-gun or incredibly arrogant owner/industry groups (NFATCA the primary culprit). Having their efforts documented & exposed should be very informative as far as identifying which officials & public figures are actually driving regulatory changes, and forcing the Bureau to explain up front how it would defend its actions in court gives would-be plaintiffs an edge (and gives those who wish to comply with the regulations a better idea of how to obey their spirit vs. guessing wildly at vague/contradictory language)
TCB
*It seems odd that not one, not two, but three justices would abstain from ruling on a significant environmental law case; I need to do some more research on what must be an interesting bit of context surround this case
HR5 - Regulatory Accountability Act of 2017
A short bit of background; apparently there is an 'official' constitutional law term for the fact that judges almost always defer to the opinions of regulators when it comes to technical matters; "Chevron Deference." When the EPA says something is toxic, or the ATF says something constitutes intent, judges tend to take their 'expert opinion' at face value, and rarely stoop to investigation of the nitty-gritty facts supporting that determination. However, this eventually led to a plaintiff challenging an agency's opinion, on the basis that the impact of its regulation went beyond the scope intended by the law; thus was born the Chevron v NRDC case involving environmental regulations on the oil industry. The 5-0* majority opinion of 1984 favored the government;
Basically, unless a regulatory agency is expressly forbidden from taking an action in support of a law, it may take that action (the exact opposite of how constitutional restraint on our governing systems has always worked, where they are only granted powers explicitly delegated to them by the people). How convenient for congress; it no longer mattered exactly what was in their bills; if vague enough, they could get the desired outcome through regulatory action without any political risk.Justice Stevens said:
Thus began the exploration of existing statutes like the NFA, their vague passages used to expand regulatory authority; what exactly constitutes a vertical grip? What is a sporting purpose? How early in the process of manufacture can intent be construed, and can we push that boundary just a little earlier & still win convictions? All these changes and more by the ATF alone, no hearings or testimony or justification required.
So here's where the bill I mentioned (which passed the House recently) comes in;
As anyone familiar with ITAR or the ATF knows, gun owners/industry are bound by unpredictable regulations, often passed without any participation. Firearms regulations are not the intended focus of this bill, but they would be effected by it. The primary purpose of this bill is to make it difficult for agencies to unilaterally enact rule changes that have large-scale impacts on the economy (much bigger than the gun industry), but the secondary purpose is to require better justification and documentation for all rule changes.
That's the part that is relevant to a gun owner; for example, the ATF would have to file & publish a report explaining how they arrived at the conclusion shouldering a SIG brace constitutes manufacture of a rifle, as well as from where they believe the authority to make this determination is derived in the NFA statute, and documentation of how they arrived at these conclusions. Basically, a brief summary of the arguments they would make to a court or congressional committee were they forced to defend them from legal challenge. Except they would have to publish this right at the time of passage, instead of years later before a district court bench when a plaintiff finally has standing to sue.
All sorts of internal deliberations go into creating the letters the Bureau puts out, as well as --incredibly-- external lobbying by anti-gun or incredibly arrogant owner/industry groups (NFATCA the primary culprit). Having their efforts documented & exposed should be very informative as far as identifying which officials & public figures are actually driving regulatory changes, and forcing the Bureau to explain up front how it would defend its actions in court gives would-be plaintiffs an edge (and gives those who wish to comply with the regulations a better idea of how to obey their spirit vs. guessing wildly at vague/contradictory language)
That bit right there forces the ATF to be a good bit more deliberative in its course of action; they could be challenged immediately & overturned unless they have their arguments squared away & published. No more "indicating holes on a lower makes it a machinegun because we say so," no more "a muzzle brake longer than 4 inches constitutes a silencer in our expert opinion which the court is bound by law to respect even though we're also the ones enforcing it," no more "we have to ban this entire class of 'assault shotguns' because of some imagined crime wave."
TCB
*It seems odd that not one, not two, but three justices would abstain from ruling on a significant environmental law case; I need to do some more research on what must be an interesting bit of context surround this case
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Dog Soldier
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President Trump announced tonight. The use of environmental laws to curtail gun rights will be wiped out tomorrow.
barnbwt
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Cool; I'd heard about the 'repeal' of the 'restrictions' on private purchases via Obama's EO (another petty piece of symbolism after a legislative defeat). Seeing as the original EO was a worthless piece of theatre, I'm not giving Mr T any points except for intent, the lead-ban is similar (it wasn't going into effect any time soon). Still, even favorable intent on gun issues is a welcome change from...pretty much any president we've had since at least Kennedy.
It's still worth remembering that there are a lot of limits to what he can do to 'wipe out' limits on our rights stemming from environmental legislation through EO alone. We need to be seeing legislation that closes off these avenues to regulators altogether (and sadly, it appears once again that our new congress isn't a whole lot more ambitious than the old one; both houses desperately need some fresh blood in their leadership positions so they can pursue goals instead of decorum for a change)
Hopefully also on the docket will be modest measures with tangible impact like these, implemented recently;
-military brass sales ban
-elective import bans (specific models, as opposed to whole nations we've embargoed)
-Barrel import ban
-7n6 ban (an exemption for all ferrous 'AP' ammo would be welcome as well)
-Expansion of ITAR registration requirements to basically all FFLs
It's still worth remembering that there are a lot of limits to what he can do to 'wipe out' limits on our rights stemming from environmental legislation through EO alone. We need to be seeing legislation that closes off these avenues to regulators altogether (and sadly, it appears once again that our new congress isn't a whole lot more ambitious than the old one; both houses desperately need some fresh blood in their leadership positions so they can pursue goals instead of decorum for a change)
Hopefully also on the docket will be modest measures with tangible impact like these, implemented recently;
-military brass sales ban
-elective import bans (specific models, as opposed to whole nations we've embargoed)
-Barrel import ban
-7n6 ban (an exemption for all ferrous 'AP' ammo would be welcome as well)
-Expansion of ITAR registration requirements to basically all FFLs
Dog Soldier
member
Just think where we would be if HRC was in charge. HRC made it clear. She would impose more infringements on the 2nd Amendment. I would like to see the import bans on the M-1 Carbs dropped.
Cannibul
Member
There's a ban on the military selling brass? Ya might want to inform the military about that because there's tons available for sale.
rscalzo
Member
New York's S00353 reads as if the author wants all public agencies in that state to divest themselves of firearms. That would be interesting.>>>>
What they mean is that they can not be traded in to a dealer for resale. They must be transferred to another agency or destroyed.
What they mean is that they can not be traded in to a dealer for resale. They must be transferred to another agency or destroyed.
No there's no ban on it. There was some confusion a few years ago with DOD that appeared to ban the sale of it but that was quickly rectified .... and yes you are correct, there's (literally) tons of it out there for sale
Sorry I'm late with this today folks, was busy as the devil
AL
SB24 is a constitutional carry bill
AR
HB1265 would require a carry license to open carry
HB1269 would waive the training requirements for a carry permit for active duty and honorably discharged military
HB1299 would add additional places where you can't carry and also creates a new law for carrying while intoxicated
AZ
SB1243 would add minor exceptions to laws regarding carrying at public events
SB1344 change preemption law to remove independent contractors from the exemption list
GA
HB156 is a constitutional carry bill along with opening up reciprocity with any other state that recognizes Georgia's permit
SB84 would allow law enforcement to destroy seized firearms
HI
SB1096 would grant immunity to shooting ranges for noise among other things
HB1345 would make anyone on the terrorist watch list a prohibited person
HB1583 would set up gun violence protection orders
HB1589 would legalize suppressors for hunting
IA
SF145 would eliminate the 'annual permit to acquire' license completely
SF146 would allow those that have a carry permit to carry onto parking lots of schools
IL
HB0540 would limit the courts ability to issue firearm seizure warrants in domestic violence cases under certain conditions
SB0607 would make it legal to carry a switchblade knife if you have a FOID card
HB0666 would remove the ban on carrying in property under the control of the Cook County Forest Preserve District
HB0674 would repeal the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act
HB0699 would repeal the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act
HB0714 would explicitly prevent any local government from adding any fee or tax on firearms other than sales tax
HB0715 would repeal many of the states preemption laws only preempting registration of firearms and firearm databases
HB0720 would allow 18-20 year olds apply for a firearm owners id card
HB0745 would require all FOID applications, and renewals to submit a full set of fingerprints if they have not already done so
HB0747 would allow active military and their spouse to apply for a carry permit at a reduced cost
HB0781 would legalize short barreled rifles / shotguns
IN
HB1445 would remove the option of destroying seized firearms by law enforcement
HB1460 would make firearms and ammunition exempt from sales tax
HB1646 would require the legislative council to study firearm microstampting
KS
HB2156 would prohibit the sale or transfer of firearms to anyone on the terrorist watch list
MD
HB318 would add in the term antique firearm to weapons not to be owned by prohibited persons
MN
HF469 would set up lifetime carry permits and drop many fees
MS
HB1360 would reduce the fees for a carry license for anyone 65 years old or older
NJ
A4527 would make it so those that can show a specific threat, such as a protection from abuse order, would be eligible for a carry permit
NM
SB202 would allowed seized firearms to be destroyed
NY
S03547 would require anyone that owns a firearm to get a firearm safety certificate
A02847 would repeal several sections of the SAFE act including the high capacity magazine ban
A02947 would ban so-called 'ghost guns'
A02959 would prohibit anyone on the terrorist watch list from owning firearms
S03382 would allow for the transfer of firearms to immediate family members upon a person's death. It would also change certain provisions as to who may have high capacity mags.
S03394 would repeal registration requirements imposed by the SAFE act and would make records regarding firearms exempt from public disclosure
S03444 would require all firearms sold in the state to include some form of childproofing
S03563 would allow the immediate transfer of firearms to immediate family members on a person's death
S03605 would limit rifle and shotgun sales to one every 90 days
S03659 would ban 50 caliber firearms and would require existing owners to register them with the state and in certain circumstances sell them to the state
S03695 would permit retired law enforcement to own high capacity magazines
A03097 would increase penalties for those convicted of a drug crime while in possession of a firearm
S03716 would remove the ban on firearms on property held in trust for the benefit of the New York State College of Forestry at Syracuse University,
SO3694 would add siblings, and parents to the definition of immediate family in regards to transferring firearms without a background check
PA
HB167 would strengthen the states stand your ground law
SB209 is a universal background check bill
TN
SB0145 would allow firearm dealers to occasionally sell firearms from their personal collection without a background check
SB0146 would prevent state or local funds to be used to enforce any federal firearm law that would violate a state law or the state constitution
SB0147 would remove the requirement to have a permit when open carrying
TX
HB1229 would make it illegal to sell or transfer a firearm ro anyone on the terrorist watch list
SB583 would change law regarding carrying into a posted area so that the person can not be charged unless they are asked to leave and then refuse
HCR51 would designate the 1847 Colt Walker pistol as the official state handgun of Texas
SB618 would give civil immunity to any business that allows patrons to carry firearms
UT
HB0198 would create a provisional carry permit for anyone 18-20 years old
HJR011 aks congress to remove gunsmiths and gunsmithing activity from the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls
VA
HB1406 would create automatic restoration of firearms rights when a convicted felon's civil rights are restored
HB1466 would require 120 days notice when a carry permit is going to expire
HB1469 Permits a school board or an administrator of a private school to designate one or more employees of the school who may carry a concealed handgun on school property
HB1710 would make all gun safes $1000 or less sales tax exempt
HB1792 would exempt a prohibited person from possession by a felon laws if they live with a person that owns firearms and is not in actual possession of them
HB1822 would provides that the term "good and sufficient reason," as used in the exception to the prohibition on carrying dangerous weapons in a place of worship, includes personal protection
HB1849 would mandate carry licenses to be the same size as drivers licenses
HB2321 provides that if any ammunition has been approved by the federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives for commercial sale, it is not restricted firearms ammunition.
HB2369 removes the requirement for proof of address when changing the address on a concealed handgun permit.
HB2429 would provide a mechanism to restore gun-rights for a person who had their gun rights removed for a mental health commitment, but now lives out of state.
SB1300 would offer free firearms safety or training courses approved by DCJS to victims of domestic violence, sexual abuse, stalking, and family abuse
SB1441 would allow persons whose polling places prohibit guns to use an absentee ballot
SB1444 updates the definition of "restricted ammunition" based current technology and ties in research by the Federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives on restricted ammunition.
SB1533 would allow non-violent felons to possess, transport, and carry either an antique firearm or a back powder firearm for sporting, recreational, or cultural purposes
HB2234 would make the fees for a carry license and reduce other fees
WA
SB5441 would prohibit anyone who has been detained for a 72 hour mental evaluation from owning a firearm for 6 months after the detention
SB5444 would prohibit the ownership of 'assault weapons' and high capacity magazines unless you get an enhanced 'assault weapon license'
SB5463 would basically require all firearms to be locked up when not in your possession
SB5506 would make transferring a firearm while conducting nonprofit fund-raising activities exempt from background checks
WY
HB0231 would allow for the possession of antique firearms by convicted felons
AL
SB24 is a constitutional carry bill
AR
HB1265 would require a carry license to open carry
HB1269 would waive the training requirements for a carry permit for active duty and honorably discharged military
HB1299 would add additional places where you can't carry and also creates a new law for carrying while intoxicated
AZ
SB1243 would add minor exceptions to laws regarding carrying at public events
SB1344 change preemption law to remove independent contractors from the exemption list
GA
HB156 is a constitutional carry bill along with opening up reciprocity with any other state that recognizes Georgia's permit
SB84 would allow law enforcement to destroy seized firearms
HI
SB1096 would grant immunity to shooting ranges for noise among other things
HB1345 would make anyone on the terrorist watch list a prohibited person
HB1583 would set up gun violence protection orders
HB1589 would legalize suppressors for hunting
IA
SF145 would eliminate the 'annual permit to acquire' license completely
SF146 would allow those that have a carry permit to carry onto parking lots of schools
IL
HB0540 would limit the courts ability to issue firearm seizure warrants in domestic violence cases under certain conditions
SB0607 would make it legal to carry a switchblade knife if you have a FOID card
HB0666 would remove the ban on carrying in property under the control of the Cook County Forest Preserve District
HB0674 would repeal the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act
HB0699 would repeal the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act
HB0714 would explicitly prevent any local government from adding any fee or tax on firearms other than sales tax
HB0715 would repeal many of the states preemption laws only preempting registration of firearms and firearm databases
HB0720 would allow 18-20 year olds apply for a firearm owners id card
HB0745 would require all FOID applications, and renewals to submit a full set of fingerprints if they have not already done so
HB0747 would allow active military and their spouse to apply for a carry permit at a reduced cost
HB0781 would legalize short barreled rifles / shotguns
IN
HB1445 would remove the option of destroying seized firearms by law enforcement
HB1460 would make firearms and ammunition exempt from sales tax
HB1646 would require the legislative council to study firearm microstampting
KS
HB2156 would prohibit the sale or transfer of firearms to anyone on the terrorist watch list
MD
HB318 would add in the term antique firearm to weapons not to be owned by prohibited persons
MN
HF469 would set up lifetime carry permits and drop many fees
MS
HB1360 would reduce the fees for a carry license for anyone 65 years old or older
NJ
A4527 would make it so those that can show a specific threat, such as a protection from abuse order, would be eligible for a carry permit
NM
SB202 would allowed seized firearms to be destroyed
NY
S03547 would require anyone that owns a firearm to get a firearm safety certificate
A02847 would repeal several sections of the SAFE act including the high capacity magazine ban
A02947 would ban so-called 'ghost guns'
A02959 would prohibit anyone on the terrorist watch list from owning firearms
S03382 would allow for the transfer of firearms to immediate family members upon a person's death. It would also change certain provisions as to who may have high capacity mags.
S03394 would repeal registration requirements imposed by the SAFE act and would make records regarding firearms exempt from public disclosure
S03444 would require all firearms sold in the state to include some form of childproofing
S03563 would allow the immediate transfer of firearms to immediate family members on a person's death
S03605 would limit rifle and shotgun sales to one every 90 days
S03659 would ban 50 caliber firearms and would require existing owners to register them with the state and in certain circumstances sell them to the state
S03695 would permit retired law enforcement to own high capacity magazines
A03097 would increase penalties for those convicted of a drug crime while in possession of a firearm
S03716 would remove the ban on firearms on property held in trust for the benefit of the New York State College of Forestry at Syracuse University,
SO3694 would add siblings, and parents to the definition of immediate family in regards to transferring firearms without a background check
PA
HB167 would strengthen the states stand your ground law
SB209 is a universal background check bill
TN
SB0145 would allow firearm dealers to occasionally sell firearms from their personal collection without a background check
SB0146 would prevent state or local funds to be used to enforce any federal firearm law that would violate a state law or the state constitution
SB0147 would remove the requirement to have a permit when open carrying
TX
HB1229 would make it illegal to sell or transfer a firearm ro anyone on the terrorist watch list
SB583 would change law regarding carrying into a posted area so that the person can not be charged unless they are asked to leave and then refuse
HCR51 would designate the 1847 Colt Walker pistol as the official state handgun of Texas
SB618 would give civil immunity to any business that allows patrons to carry firearms
UT
HB0198 would create a provisional carry permit for anyone 18-20 years old
HJR011 aks congress to remove gunsmiths and gunsmithing activity from the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls
VA
HB1406 would create automatic restoration of firearms rights when a convicted felon's civil rights are restored
HB1466 would require 120 days notice when a carry permit is going to expire
HB1469 Permits a school board or an administrator of a private school to designate one or more employees of the school who may carry a concealed handgun on school property
HB1710 would make all gun safes $1000 or less sales tax exempt
HB1792 would exempt a prohibited person from possession by a felon laws if they live with a person that owns firearms and is not in actual possession of them
HB1822 would provides that the term "good and sufficient reason," as used in the exception to the prohibition on carrying dangerous weapons in a place of worship, includes personal protection
HB1849 would mandate carry licenses to be the same size as drivers licenses
HB2321 provides that if any ammunition has been approved by the federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives for commercial sale, it is not restricted firearms ammunition.
HB2369 removes the requirement for proof of address when changing the address on a concealed handgun permit.
HB2429 would provide a mechanism to restore gun-rights for a person who had their gun rights removed for a mental health commitment, but now lives out of state.
SB1300 would offer free firearms safety or training courses approved by DCJS to victims of domestic violence, sexual abuse, stalking, and family abuse
SB1441 would allow persons whose polling places prohibit guns to use an absentee ballot
SB1444 updates the definition of "restricted ammunition" based current technology and ties in research by the Federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives on restricted ammunition.
SB1533 would allow non-violent felons to possess, transport, and carry either an antique firearm or a back powder firearm for sporting, recreational, or cultural purposes
HB2234 would make the fees for a carry license and reduce other fees
WA
SB5441 would prohibit anyone who has been detained for a 72 hour mental evaluation from owning a firearm for 6 months after the detention
SB5444 would prohibit the ownership of 'assault weapons' and high capacity magazines unless you get an enhanced 'assault weapon license'
SB5463 would basically require all firearms to be locked up when not in your possession
SB5506 would make transferring a firearm while conducting nonprofit fund-raising activities exempt from background checks
WY
HB0231 would allow for the possession of antique firearms by convicted felons
We didn't have much in the way of new bills to post yesterday so we held off until today.
Here's the new batch of bills:
CO
SB116 is a constitutional carry bill and it would also allow carrying on college campuses
FL
S0610 would make businesses liable if they post their property to ban the carrying of firearms
GA
SB91 would prohibit anyone on the terrorist watch list from buying a firearm unless they petition the courts and get approval
SB92 would allow police to stop and detain a person to see if they have a carry permit
IA
HF145 is a universal background check bill
HF157 is an assault weapon ban bill
IL
HB0796 would drop the cost of a concealed carry permit
KS
HB2220 would prohibit school officials or state boards from making any rules prohibiting carrying on campus
SB108 would remove liability from public employers that allow employees to carry from any wrongful or negligent act of an employee carrying a concealed handgun
MD
HB608 would allow an occupant of a dwelling to protect themselves against any intruder including using deadly force
HB610 would remove the language from law regarding applications for carry permits which requires a reason to carry to be given
HB611 would allow school boards to allow employees to carry firearms on school property
SB467 would add antique firearms to firearms not to be possessed by a prohibited person
NM
SB259 would require anyone served with an order of protection to surrender their firearms to law enforcement, a licensed dealer or a neutral third party
NY
A03421 would allow the immediate transfer of firearms to immediate family when someone dies. It also make all registration information private
A03661 would set up gun violence restraining orders very similar to California law
A03729 would ban 'ghost knives'
A03732 would literally make high capacity magazine manufacturers liable for death and injury when one of their products is used in a crime
S03902 would make all concealed carry permit information exempt from freedom of information requests
A03438 would prevent the transfer of a firearm for 10 days unless NICS returns a proceed code
S03958 would allow firearms to be transferred to immediate family members upon the person's death
S03963 would allow those that hold a NY pistol license to privately sell and buy firearms
S03966 would repeal the high capacity magazine ban
S03968 would repeal the section of the SAFE act that regulates ammunition sellers
S03917 would allow non-residents with a permit from their home state carry as long as the person is subject to the same conditions and limitations (except for eligibility to possess or carry) in their home state as they would in New York. The bill would also set up temporary permits for people from states that don't require a permit.
OR
SB655 is an interesting bill. It would continue to allow local government to regulate firearms but those with a carry license, or someone from a state that has reciprocity with Oregon, would be exempt from those laws
SB667 would clarify that the term firearm as used in law does not include antique firearms
SB669 would exempt those with carry permits from background checks when buying firearms
SB670 would allow 18 to 20 year old active service members to get a carry permit
SB675 would allow persons awaiting a carry permit that have submitted a protection from abuse order to carry firearms
SB679 would preempt all local governments from regulating firearms
SB681 would allow military personnel to carry on base
SB272 would remove switchblades from the definition of dangerous weapons
PA
SB224 would eliminate the PICS system in favor of using the NICS system for background checks
SB117 would Expand the categories for denial of firearms ownership.
HB273 would create a self-exclusion list for firearm sales that would be maintained by state police
HB265 adds hearing and notification requirements when a license to carry is revoked
SD
SB144 would allow service members to carry a firearm without a permit
TN
HB0170 would allow veterans with carry licenses to carry on college property
UT
HB0237 amends several areas of law including restraining order sentencing BUT it also exempts anyone 21 years or older that is not otherwise prohibited §76-10-504 (penalties for carrying a deadly weapon).
VA
HB2414 would give a person limited immunity from prosecution when they call 911 for the purpose of getting help after using, or attempting to use, justifiable force or deadly force to protect themselves. This would prevent something said in an extremely stressed state from being used against someone in a court of law.
VT
H0151 is a universal background check bill
WA
HB1725 would add an exemption for background checks if the buyer has a concealed carry license
http://amgoa.org/Proposed-State-Gun-Legislation
US
HB163 would repeal the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act
HJR40 strongly criticizes the use of social security information in the NICS database and states 'such rule shall have no force or effect'
SJR14 strongly criticizes the use of social security information in the NICS database and states 'such rule shall have no force or effect'
HR71 calls for a review of both the 'Disclosure of Payments by Resource Extraction Issuers' and the the rule submitted by the Social Security Administration relating to Implementation of the NICS Improvement Amendments Act of 2007
HB613 would allow corrections officers to carry firearms in all 50 states and would require prisons to set up a storage area for those that carry.
http://amgoa.org/Proposed-Federal-Gun-Legislation
Here's the new batch of bills:
CO
SB116 is a constitutional carry bill and it would also allow carrying on college campuses
FL
S0610 would make businesses liable if they post their property to ban the carrying of firearms
GA
SB91 would prohibit anyone on the terrorist watch list from buying a firearm unless they petition the courts and get approval
SB92 would allow police to stop and detain a person to see if they have a carry permit
IA
HF145 is a universal background check bill
HF157 is an assault weapon ban bill
IL
HB0796 would drop the cost of a concealed carry permit
KS
HB2220 would prohibit school officials or state boards from making any rules prohibiting carrying on campus
SB108 would remove liability from public employers that allow employees to carry from any wrongful or negligent act of an employee carrying a concealed handgun
MD
HB608 would allow an occupant of a dwelling to protect themselves against any intruder including using deadly force
HB610 would remove the language from law regarding applications for carry permits which requires a reason to carry to be given
HB611 would allow school boards to allow employees to carry firearms on school property
SB467 would add antique firearms to firearms not to be possessed by a prohibited person
NM
SB259 would require anyone served with an order of protection to surrender their firearms to law enforcement, a licensed dealer or a neutral third party
NY
A03421 would allow the immediate transfer of firearms to immediate family when someone dies. It also make all registration information private
A03661 would set up gun violence restraining orders very similar to California law
A03729 would ban 'ghost knives'
A03732 would literally make high capacity magazine manufacturers liable for death and injury when one of their products is used in a crime
S03902 would make all concealed carry permit information exempt from freedom of information requests
A03438 would prevent the transfer of a firearm for 10 days unless NICS returns a proceed code
S03958 would allow firearms to be transferred to immediate family members upon the person's death
S03963 would allow those that hold a NY pistol license to privately sell and buy firearms
S03966 would repeal the high capacity magazine ban
S03968 would repeal the section of the SAFE act that regulates ammunition sellers
S03917 would allow non-residents with a permit from their home state carry as long as the person is subject to the same conditions and limitations (except for eligibility to possess or carry) in their home state as they would in New York. The bill would also set up temporary permits for people from states that don't require a permit.
OR
SB655 is an interesting bill. It would continue to allow local government to regulate firearms but those with a carry license, or someone from a state that has reciprocity with Oregon, would be exempt from those laws
SB667 would clarify that the term firearm as used in law does not include antique firearms
SB669 would exempt those with carry permits from background checks when buying firearms
SB670 would allow 18 to 20 year old active service members to get a carry permit
SB675 would allow persons awaiting a carry permit that have submitted a protection from abuse order to carry firearms
SB679 would preempt all local governments from regulating firearms
SB681 would allow military personnel to carry on base
SB272 would remove switchblades from the definition of dangerous weapons
PA
SB224 would eliminate the PICS system in favor of using the NICS system for background checks
SB117 would Expand the categories for denial of firearms ownership.
HB273 would create a self-exclusion list for firearm sales that would be maintained by state police
HB265 adds hearing and notification requirements when a license to carry is revoked
SD
SB144 would allow service members to carry a firearm without a permit
TN
HB0170 would allow veterans with carry licenses to carry on college property
UT
HB0237 amends several areas of law including restraining order sentencing BUT it also exempts anyone 21 years or older that is not otherwise prohibited §76-10-504 (penalties for carrying a deadly weapon).
VA
HB2414 would give a person limited immunity from prosecution when they call 911 for the purpose of getting help after using, or attempting to use, justifiable force or deadly force to protect themselves. This would prevent something said in an extremely stressed state from being used against someone in a court of law.
VT
H0151 is a universal background check bill
WA
HB1725 would add an exemption for background checks if the buyer has a concealed carry license
http://amgoa.org/Proposed-State-Gun-Legislation
US
HB163 would repeal the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act
HJR40 strongly criticizes the use of social security information in the NICS database and states 'such rule shall have no force or effect'
SJR14 strongly criticizes the use of social security information in the NICS database and states 'such rule shall have no force or effect'
HR71 calls for a review of both the 'Disclosure of Payments by Resource Extraction Issuers' and the the rule submitted by the Social Security Administration relating to Implementation of the NICS Improvement Amendments Act of 2007
HB613 would allow corrections officers to carry firearms in all 50 states and would require prisons to set up a storage area for those that carry.
http://amgoa.org/Proposed-Federal-Gun-Legislation
Here's the second set of bills out this week:
FL
S0618 would allow firearms to be carried into airport terminals (non-secure areas)
S0620 would strike any meeting of the Legislature or a committee from the list of prohibited places
S0622 would allow carrying on college campuses
S0626 would strike meeting of the governing body of a county, public school district, municipality, or special district from the list of prohibited places
S0644 would allow open carry with a license
S0646 would make the penalty for open carry a non-criminal offense punishable by a $25 fine, furthermore the person may not be arrested
GA
HB232 would require proof of training when applying for or renewing a carry license
ID
H0093 would allow active military to carry without a license
IL
HB1810 would add a 3.75% tax on all firearms and firearm component parts
HB2354 would create gun violence protection orders very similar to California
MD
HB663 would add 'personal protection and self–defense' as valid reasons to apply for a carry license
SB511 would add 'personal protection and self–defense' as valid reasons to apply for a carry license
ME
LD350 would repeal law regarding dealers keeping a copy of a firearm sale record
LD351 would allow local governments to prohibit carrying at municipal meetings and voting places
LD352 would require a gun lock to be included in all retail gun sales
MN
SF166 would make information given for carry licenses private
MT
HB385 would allow school employees that have a carry permit to carry on school property
NC
H33 would restore firearm right to person convicted of a non-violent felony prior to December 1, 1995 that meet certain criteria
NY
A04129 would make firearm, ammunition and other hunting supplies tax free the last weekend of August
A04487 would require all ammunition sold in the state to be 'coded' and would create a state database to track coded ammunition
PA
HB292 would ban binary explosives
SB116 would require completion of a safety course to get a license to carry firearms
SD
HB1156 would allow those with an enhanced permit to carry in the capitol
TN
HB0363 would allow anyone with a handgun carry permit to carry a concealed handgun into a posted building or prohibited place operated by a state or local governmental entity unless there are metal detectors and armed security guards stationed at all public entrances
HB0367 would add people whose 'convictions have been expunged or the person has had full rights of citizenship restored under the laws of this state, another state, or federal law' to the list of exemptions for unlawful carrying of a firearm
SB0269 would regulate training required for carry licenses and would also allow 8 year permit holders to convert to a lifetime license at any time
SB0309 would stiffen sentencing for crimes committed semi-auto firearms (ignoring crime committed with other firearms)
SB0308 would take 50% of all handgun permit fees and donate them to non-profits that support the families of first responders that have lost their life in the line of duty
SB0339 would drop fines for carrying a handgun without a permit
SB0386 would allow a defense for unlawful possession of a firearm if the person was convicted of certain crimes and their rights to citizenship have been restored
UT
HB0252 would require firearms confiscated from criminals to be sold at auction or to a licensed dealer
http://amgoa.org/Proposed-State-Gun-Legislation
US Congress
SB162 would gut Washington DC's restrictive firearm laws
SB159 would terminate 'operation choke point' which had been used against firearm dealers by banks
SB151 is a terrorist watch list bill that would require the sale or transfer of any firearm to anyone that has been investigated for terrorism within the last 10 years to be reported to the government. It would also allow the delay of a sale if a person has been investigated within the last 10 years. The scary part is this bill was introduced by Republican Marc Rubio
http://amgoa.org/Proposed-Federal-Gun-Legislation
FL
S0618 would allow firearms to be carried into airport terminals (non-secure areas)
S0620 would strike any meeting of the Legislature or a committee from the list of prohibited places
S0622 would allow carrying on college campuses
S0626 would strike meeting of the governing body of a county, public school district, municipality, or special district from the list of prohibited places
S0644 would allow open carry with a license
S0646 would make the penalty for open carry a non-criminal offense punishable by a $25 fine, furthermore the person may not be arrested
GA
HB232 would require proof of training when applying for or renewing a carry license
ID
H0093 would allow active military to carry without a license
IL
HB1810 would add a 3.75% tax on all firearms and firearm component parts
HB2354 would create gun violence protection orders very similar to California
MD
HB663 would add 'personal protection and self–defense' as valid reasons to apply for a carry license
SB511 would add 'personal protection and self–defense' as valid reasons to apply for a carry license
ME
LD350 would repeal law regarding dealers keeping a copy of a firearm sale record
LD351 would allow local governments to prohibit carrying at municipal meetings and voting places
LD352 would require a gun lock to be included in all retail gun sales
MN
SF166 would make information given for carry licenses private
MT
HB385 would allow school employees that have a carry permit to carry on school property
NC
H33 would restore firearm right to person convicted of a non-violent felony prior to December 1, 1995 that meet certain criteria
NY
A04129 would make firearm, ammunition and other hunting supplies tax free the last weekend of August
A04487 would require all ammunition sold in the state to be 'coded' and would create a state database to track coded ammunition
PA
HB292 would ban binary explosives
SB116 would require completion of a safety course to get a license to carry firearms
SD
HB1156 would allow those with an enhanced permit to carry in the capitol
TN
HB0363 would allow anyone with a handgun carry permit to carry a concealed handgun into a posted building or prohibited place operated by a state or local governmental entity unless there are metal detectors and armed security guards stationed at all public entrances
HB0367 would add people whose 'convictions have been expunged or the person has had full rights of citizenship restored under the laws of this state, another state, or federal law' to the list of exemptions for unlawful carrying of a firearm
SB0269 would regulate training required for carry licenses and would also allow 8 year permit holders to convert to a lifetime license at any time
SB0309 would stiffen sentencing for crimes committed semi-auto firearms (ignoring crime committed with other firearms)
SB0308 would take 50% of all handgun permit fees and donate them to non-profits that support the families of first responders that have lost their life in the line of duty
SB0339 would drop fines for carrying a handgun without a permit
SB0386 would allow a defense for unlawful possession of a firearm if the person was convicted of certain crimes and their rights to citizenship have been restored
UT
HB0252 would require firearms confiscated from criminals to be sold at auction or to a licensed dealer
http://amgoa.org/Proposed-State-Gun-Legislation
US Congress
SB162 would gut Washington DC's restrictive firearm laws
SB159 would terminate 'operation choke point' which had been used against firearm dealers by banks
SB151 is a terrorist watch list bill that would require the sale or transfer of any firearm to anyone that has been investigated for terrorism within the last 10 years to be reported to the government. It would also allow the delay of a sale if a person has been investigated within the last 10 years. The scary part is this bill was introduced by Republican Marc Rubio
http://amgoa.org/Proposed-Federal-Gun-Legislation
Squire Western
member
A good carry bill is up in my old home state of Maryland. Sadly, it will probably die.
Old Dog
Member
Ah, Maryland -- this country's cleanest and most scenic nanny-state.
Charlie Horse
Member
This is good work, and its hard to keep on top of one state, let alone all 57, er I mean 50 of them...
Seriously, its a lot like herding cats or nailing jelly to a tree.I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but this one, as good as it is, isn't going to the passed any time soon. As usual, the culprit is politics. In Alabama, a gun friendly, shall issue state, carry permits are issued by the County Sheriff. You go in, fill out the form, pay them a fee between $12-$20 per year for up to 5 years worth, check your e-mail on your phone while they run you through NCIC, and walk out with your photo ID permit. I went down with my wife when she renewed the other day, and it took about 20 minutes from parking the car until leaving the building. The problem is that the Alabama Code of 1975, which is written so loosely as to almost be a joke in some places, says that your permit fee goes to the Sheriff. Here, if you pay by check, you make it out to the "Sheriff's Fund."
And herein lies the problem.
The Alabama Sheriff's Assn is not about to give up that kind of money. Last year, Mobile County issued 36000 permits. If they all went for 1 year at a time, that ads up to $720000. This is essentially a Sheriff's slush fund, and there is no way ANY politician is giving up that kind of money. Then we have to deal with the lack of logic that comes up every time this bill does. "If we don't have a permit system, people can carry guns who have had no background check. CRIMINALS could be carrying guns." The problem is that criminals ARE carrying weapons, hence the need that the rest of the populace feels the need to be armed. When it was suggested that the law says that its legal to carry on "one's own property" and that your car could be considered to be your "property" the Executive Director of the Alabama Sheriff's Association, yelled at a reporter, "Your car IS NOT your PROPERTY!" I honestly think he was trying to draw a distinction between real estate and other chattel, but I don't think his answer could be scripted to sound worse.
To make matters worse, anytime the Sheriff here is questioned by the legislature, they go to him as the expert to interpret what he says. The dog and pony show goes something like this...
Sheriff, do we really need to pay a $20\yr fee to exercise a constitutional right?
Why, sure you do. If you didn't, why, ANYBODY could be carrying a gun, and by paying me $20.00 to run a background check and give you a snazzy little photo id, I'm keeping you safe.
Oh, we never thought of it that way.
Personally, I don't see the point of permits in a shall issue state. If you have no disqualifiers, you know convictions or such, a background check and card make no difference and merely become a source of revenue. If you were to fail the background check because you were a truly bad guy, or gal, you'd carry sans permit anyway. (I can honestly say that I've never arrested anyone for a crime of violence and found a pistol permit on them.) If it was such a big problem, carrying without a permit would be more than a class C misdemeanor...
Here's your first batch of bills for the week:
AZ
HB2427 would make it a crime to keep unlocked firearms in your home
HB2464 would prohibit state employees or money from being used to enforce any new federal firearm laws
FL
H0673 would waive firearm purchase background checks for anyone that has a carry license
GA
SB135 would require anyone applying for a carry permit to show proof that they have attended a state approved safety course that must be 8 hours long minimum
HB280 would permit those with carry permits to carry on school property with some exceptions
IL
HB2498 would ban firearms in all casinos
HB2481 would legalize suppressors but only for handguns
HB2480 would exempt anyone that has a concealed carry license from purchase waiting periods
KS
SB156 would make it a crime to leave an unlocked firearm where a child might access it
KY
HB249 would allow adults with concealed carry licenses to carry on school property
ME
LD501 would require anyone who wishes to buy a firearm to show proof that they have taken an approved firearm safety course
LD443 would allow publicly funded hospitals to ban firearms
MD
HB820 would make carry permits from Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Washington DC., or West Virginia valid in the state
HB821 would make carry permits valid for 5 years
HB827 would allow the training requirement for a carry permit to be waived in certain circumstances, such as when they are cover by a protection from abuse order
SB948 would require background checks on the private sale or transfer of rifles and shotguns with some exceptions
SB946 would make it a crime to carry on any property of an institution of higher learning
SB1011 would set up the right to defend oneself and ones property using deadly force
HB875 would remove the live fire requirements for concealed carry licenses
HB891 would lower the length of training classes required when applying for or renewing a concealed carry permit
HB905 would cut the cost of a handgun qualification license in half
SB826 would prohibit suspending sentences for anyone convicted of carrying a firearm if they have previously been convicted of certain crimes
MN
SF649 is a constitutional carry bill
SF650 is a constitutional carry bill
MO
HB859 would create the second amendment preservation act that would attempt to nullify any new federal laws within the state's borders
HB853 would allow people to deduct up to $500 a year for firearm training and safety courses on their taxes
NM
SB328 would allow temporary carry permits, good for up to 45 days, to anyone who is a victim of domestic abuse
SB337 would create the crime of carrying on capitol property, the bill would ban open carry on that property
NV
SB102 would allow firearms in private vehicles on college campuses, private schools and day care centers
NY
A04564 would allow active military to get carry permits and carry without a permit for up to 90 days
A04571 would repeal the high capacity magazine ban
A04691 would allow ownership of high capacity magazines that were manufacturer prior to September 13, 1994
A04798 would set up a state backed gun buyback program for local governments
A04862 would exempt 'qualified military personnel from the high capacity magazine ban
A04482 would prohibit firearms from property held in trust for the benefit of the New York State College of Forestry at Syracuse University
A04456 would require firearm manufacturers and dealers to report to the state how man firearms they make or sell on an annual basis
A04962 would prohibit anyone under 12 years old from entering a gun show
A05300 would remove the prohibition on owning suppressors
A05043 would make firearm records exempt from freedom of information act requests
OH
HB33 would prohibit unlocked firearms in homes with children
OK
SB383 is a constitutional carry bill
SB65 would ban the use of public money to promote gun control
OR
HB2840 would make background check fees tax deductable
HJR13 is a resolution to change the state constitution so that it would be legal for law enforcement to ask if someone is carrying a firearm
RI
S0223 is a high capacity magazine ban with no grandfather clause, anyone owning them would have 120 days to get rid of them
TN
HB0493 is a constitutional carry, preemption, carry on school property bill. Just loaded with good stuff
HB0506 would exempt anyone that moves to the state from classroom and firing requirements for a carry license if they have a license from the state they moved from and that state has similar requirements
HB0508 would allow anyone adversely affected by a local firearm restriction to sue and receive courts costs and damages
SB0445 would allow anyone adversely affected by a local firearm restriction to sue and receive courts costs and damages
SB0531 would exempt anyone that moves to the state from classroom and firing requirements for a carry license if they have a license from the state they moved from and that state has similar requirements
HB0561 would prevent banks and lending institutions from discriminating against firearm related businesses
WA
HB1933 would allow for the transfer of firearms without a background check at non-profit fund raising activities
http://amgoa.org/Proposed-State-Gun-Legislation
AZ
HB2427 would make it a crime to keep unlocked firearms in your home
HB2464 would prohibit state employees or money from being used to enforce any new federal firearm laws
FL
H0673 would waive firearm purchase background checks for anyone that has a carry license
GA
SB135 would require anyone applying for a carry permit to show proof that they have attended a state approved safety course that must be 8 hours long minimum
HB280 would permit those with carry permits to carry on school property with some exceptions
IL
HB2498 would ban firearms in all casinos
HB2481 would legalize suppressors but only for handguns
HB2480 would exempt anyone that has a concealed carry license from purchase waiting periods
KS
SB156 would make it a crime to leave an unlocked firearm where a child might access it
KY
HB249 would allow adults with concealed carry licenses to carry on school property
ME
LD501 would require anyone who wishes to buy a firearm to show proof that they have taken an approved firearm safety course
LD443 would allow publicly funded hospitals to ban firearms
MD
HB820 would make carry permits from Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Washington DC., or West Virginia valid in the state
HB821 would make carry permits valid for 5 years
HB827 would allow the training requirement for a carry permit to be waived in certain circumstances, such as when they are cover by a protection from abuse order
SB948 would require background checks on the private sale or transfer of rifles and shotguns with some exceptions
SB946 would make it a crime to carry on any property of an institution of higher learning
SB1011 would set up the right to defend oneself and ones property using deadly force
HB875 would remove the live fire requirements for concealed carry licenses
HB891 would lower the length of training classes required when applying for or renewing a concealed carry permit
HB905 would cut the cost of a handgun qualification license in half
SB826 would prohibit suspending sentences for anyone convicted of carrying a firearm if they have previously been convicted of certain crimes
MN
SF649 is a constitutional carry bill
SF650 is a constitutional carry bill
MO
HB859 would create the second amendment preservation act that would attempt to nullify any new federal laws within the state's borders
HB853 would allow people to deduct up to $500 a year for firearm training and safety courses on their taxes
NM
SB328 would allow temporary carry permits, good for up to 45 days, to anyone who is a victim of domestic abuse
SB337 would create the crime of carrying on capitol property, the bill would ban open carry on that property
NV
SB102 would allow firearms in private vehicles on college campuses, private schools and day care centers
NY
A04564 would allow active military to get carry permits and carry without a permit for up to 90 days
A04571 would repeal the high capacity magazine ban
A04691 would allow ownership of high capacity magazines that were manufacturer prior to September 13, 1994
A04798 would set up a state backed gun buyback program for local governments
A04862 would exempt 'qualified military personnel from the high capacity magazine ban
A04482 would prohibit firearms from property held in trust for the benefit of the New York State College of Forestry at Syracuse University
A04456 would require firearm manufacturers and dealers to report to the state how man firearms they make or sell on an annual basis
A04962 would prohibit anyone under 12 years old from entering a gun show
A05300 would remove the prohibition on owning suppressors
A05043 would make firearm records exempt from freedom of information act requests
OH
HB33 would prohibit unlocked firearms in homes with children
OK
SB383 is a constitutional carry bill
SB65 would ban the use of public money to promote gun control
OR
HB2840 would make background check fees tax deductable
HJR13 is a resolution to change the state constitution so that it would be legal for law enforcement to ask if someone is carrying a firearm
RI
S0223 is a high capacity magazine ban with no grandfather clause, anyone owning them would have 120 days to get rid of them
TN
HB0493 is a constitutional carry, preemption, carry on school property bill. Just loaded with good stuff
HB0506 would exempt anyone that moves to the state from classroom and firing requirements for a carry license if they have a license from the state they moved from and that state has similar requirements
HB0508 would allow anyone adversely affected by a local firearm restriction to sue and receive courts costs and damages
SB0445 would allow anyone adversely affected by a local firearm restriction to sue and receive courts costs and damages
SB0531 would exempt anyone that moves to the state from classroom and firing requirements for a carry license if they have a license from the state they moved from and that state has similar requirements
HB0561 would prevent banks and lending institutions from discriminating against firearm related businesses
WA
HB1933 would allow for the transfer of firearms without a background check at non-profit fund raising activities
http://amgoa.org/Proposed-State-Gun-Legislation
This is good work, and its hard to keep on top of one state, let alone all 57, er I mean 50 of them...
That right there is both incredibly funny and accurate all at the same time. Nothing like opening up your email first thing every morning and seeing anywhere from 10 - 200 new bills you have to read (and attempt to comprehend) .... some times you just want to go back to bed.
That being said it's a crappy job but someone has to do it.
And honestly that's why we started this whole thing back in 2013, even keeping up with what's going on in your home state can sometimes be next to impossible.
Sadly we see this in more states than you can imagine. One specific example I can use is our home base state of Pennsylvania. We have what is called a PICS system (PA Instant Check System) both for sales and permits. It's cost PA taxpayers over 51 MILLION over the years, yup that's right, 51 million dollars.
http://publicsource.org/in-pennsylvania-taxpayers-subsidize-background-checks-for-gun-buyers/
The system crashes on a weekly basis, normally when there are several big gun shows happening, and it allows the state police to keep an illegal database of gun owners.
So you would think with all the budget problems in PA (massive shortfalls) it would be a no brainer to get rid of it and use NICS, which is free .... but NOOOOOO, think about the safety issues. The anti-gun crowd claims (and partially correct) that the state police have more records that NICS does so why change to NICS?
Ready for a hell of a laugh and shock all at once? The answer to the question is because the state police records are SO BAD they can't be transferred to NICS. They have records with nothing more than a name, no other identification that would accurately identify a person. NICS won't accept these (I wonder why?) yet PA continues to use them. So if your name matches the name on some PA file you will more than likely be denied and have to either file a challenge or hire an attorney.
Second part of this that makes PICS so bad? Think about an actual criminal that PICS has a record on but they can't (or wont) transfer it to NICS. That person goes to another state and buys a gun with no issues all because NICS never got the record from the PA state police. There's a term I like to use for situations like this that starts with a C, has an F in the middle and a K at the end.
We have worked with the largest gun-rights group in PA for years trying to get rid of this mess and no matter what we try the liberal idiots from Philly, Pittsburgh and Harrisburg refuse to see how freaking STUPID this system is.
So yeah I can relate to what you say. We see it and hear about it from people all over the country on a weekly basis.
Decoy80
Member
I'm fortunate to be privy to all of the informstion presented here. Im also fourtunate to live where I was born in the years since I was allowed to apply for a permit July first of 1990 and I have had one iñ my pocket since Feburary 22 , 1991 the state of Mississippi is improving and not going downhill like others and a drop in crime is the end result of required carry which Id like to see. Thanks for your hard work.
Here's your second batch of new bills for the week, and BTW what the heck is going on in Illinois and Tennessee this year?
AL
HB101 would waive the fee for a concealed carry license for honorably discharged vets
SB70 would exempt retired law enforcement from the prohibition on possessing a firearm in certain designated places
CA
AB424 would prevent school administrators from giving permission to someone to have a firearm on school property
FL
H0779 removes the exemption about temporarily exposing a concealed firearm but it also makes it a non-criminal offense with a fine of $25
GA
HB286 is a constitutional carry bill
HB334 would make anyone under a restraining order a prohibited person for the duration of that order
IL
HB2599 would add 'handgun components and accessories' to the definition of handgun for preemption purposes
HB2602 would cut the cost of carry permits by 50%
HB2605 would make it easier for non-residents to get carry permits
HB2684 would remove the restriction for carrying on public transportation
HB2720 is a universal background check bill that actually exempts gun shows
HB2821 would preempt local governments from regulating firearm components and accessories for handguns
HB2823 would allow those with concealed carry licenses to carry while hunting
HB2833 would limit firearm sales to one a month
HB2845 would allow 18 - 20 year olds apply for a FOID card
HB2934 would allow concealed carry in highway rest areas
HB2945 would repeal the need for a FOID card when buying stun guns and tazers
HB3000 would cut the cost of concealed carry licenses in half
HB3034 would require 'clear and convincing evidence' for objections to a concealed carry license by law enforcement agency or the objection is to be dismissed
HB3178 would repeal the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act
HB3228 would make carry license good for 10 years
HB3231 would repeal the ban on carrying concealed weapons in parks
HB3338 would revoke the FOID card from anyone that has three separate thefts of firearms within a 2 year period
HB3352 would require anyone that has lost their FOID card to report it within 10 days
HB3390 would revoke the FOID card from anyone that has three separate thefts of firearms within a 2 year period
HB3398 would allow residents that move out of the state to apply for a non-resident license to carry
HB3404 would preempt local governments from regulating firearm components and accessories for handguns
HB3429 would prohibit local governments from imposing fees or taxes on firearms or accessories
SB1291 would create lethal violence protection orders so that a family member can petition the court to have all firearms removed
SB1300 would allow full time firefighters that have concealed carry licenses to carry on duty
SB1301 would set up reciprocity with other states
SB1302 would allow concealed carry in rest areas
SB1303 would remove the prohibition for carrying on public transportation
SB1323 would remove the prohibition for carrying on public transportation
SB1324 would repeal the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act
SB1387 would drop the fees for concealed carry licenses
SB1423 would prohibit local governments from imposing fees or taxes on firearms or accessories
SB1448 would make railroads that transport firearms notify local police when they are coming through
SB1512 would make anyone that doesn't have a concealed carry license wait 72 hours before accepting delivery of a firearm from a dealer
SB1524 would allow non-resident active military to apply for carry permits
SB1589 would require 'clear and convincing evidence' for objections to a concealed carry license by law enforcement agency or the objection is to be dismissed
SB1603 would allow 18 - 20 year olds apply for a FOID card
SB1613 would repeal the waiting period for firearm sales
SB1657 would require firearm dealers to be licensed with the state
SB1673 would preempt local governments from regulating firearm components and accessories for handguns
SB1674 would remove the 'similar requirements' language from law regarding non-resident licenses
SB1698 would repeal preemption of 'assault weapons' but would also invalidate any local law regarding them not enacted before or within 10 days of July 9, 2013
SB1711 would allow concealed carry in rest areas
SB1828 would require a full set of fingerprints to be submitted when applying for or renewing a firearm owners card
SB1868 would allow law enforcement to sell firearms confiscated from convicted criminals at auction
SB1877 would repeal the prohibition on carry in parks
HB3499 would prohibit carrying of firearms at any building, real property, or parking area under the control of a house of worship
HB3625 would begin the process of setting up reciprocity with other states and would remove language about 'similar laws regarding carrying of weapons' from the language involving non-resident licenses
HB3681 would allow those with concealed carry licenses to transport rifles and shotguns in vehicles without having to break them down
HB3682 would limit the time the concealed carry review board has to render a decision
HB3734 is an assault weapon and 50 cal rifle ban that requires anyone that owns one to get rid of it within 300 days of the effective date of this law
HB3835 would prohibit a state police database of firearm transactions and would require them to destroy all existing records except for the identification number and date of transaction
HB3873 would require anyone with a FOID card that the federal government has determined that the person is unable manage his or her own affairs, estate, or benefits to report to state police within 30 days of the determination so the state police can inform NICS
HB3878 would create a hunting sales tax holiday where firearms and accessories used for hunting would be tax free
SB2055 would allow Illinois residents with Florida permits to carry in the state
SB2076 would change preemption law to remove assault weapon and include all rifles and shotguns
A05599 would repeal section 1, chapter 1 of the SAFE act
MD
HB958 would prohibit law enforcement from capturing license plate data at gun shows
NC
H69 is a constitutional carry bill
NY
A05358 would repeal section 1. chapter 1 of the SAFE act
A05366 would allow military recruiters to carry while working
A05388 would repeal the requirement for re-certification of firearm applications
A05493 would make anyone that gives or sells a weapon to another that thinks they might commit a crime with it guilty of a class A felony
NV
AB118 would allow 18-20 year olds who are active military or honorably discharged to get concealed carry licenses
OR
SB775 would waive background check requirements for those that have a carry license
PA
HB420 would allow firearm sales to go through if the PICS system is down for more than 48 or if it is down and the person has a license to carry firearms
HB434 would protect all firearms and accessories made and kept in the state from federal laws
RI
H5437 would prohibit the alteration of imitation firearms
SC
H3240 would require the state to accept all other states carry permits
TN
HB0688 would add an exception (to unlawful carry law) for carrying in motor vehicles and boats
HB0689 would allow military forms to be used for proof of firearm training
HB0744 would make firearms and accessories tax free the first weekend of September
HB0752 would allow anyone under the protection of a court order who is not otherwise prohibited to carry a firearm without a license for up to 60 days
HB0884 would allow any valid permit holder to carry just about anywhere in the state with very limited exceptions
HB0958 would require the bureau of inspection to notify the department of health if someone who has been prohibited due to mental reasons attempt to buy a firearm.
SB0653 would allow those with carry permits to carry into buildings that are posted unless they have metal detectors and armed security guards
SB0670 would create 'Security Temporary Orders of Protection' where law enforcement can petition the court to have a person's firearm and ammunition taken
SB0671 would create an internet based 'do not sell' list where a person could add themselves and that data would be given to NICS
HB0962 would create an internet based, voluntary, do not sell database that would allow people to sign themselves up and the data would be transmitted to the NICS system
HB1006 would give civil immunity for anyone protecting them self or another by using deadly force
HB1176 would drop the penalty of carrying without a permit to a class C misdemeanor with a fine of $25
HB1221 would allow district attorney generals and others in the office to carry without a permit
HB1254 would require all law enforcement agencies to compile a year report of crimes committed with a firearm and deliver them to the state
HB1319 is a universal background check bill
HB1395 would require stolen firearms to be reported within 48 hours of when the loss is discovered or when the person 'should have known' they were stolen
HB1407 would prohibit the use of public funds or employees in enforcing any federal firearm law that would violate state law or the state constitution
SB0861 would give civil immunity for anyone protecting them self or another by using deadly force
SB0921 would repeal the provisions of law that outlaw suppressors
SB0933 would prohibit financial institutions from discriminating against firearm related businesses
SB0983 would allow anyone under the protection of a court order to carry a firearm without a license for up to 60 days as long as they aren't a prohibited person
SB1004 would make firearms and accessories tax exempt the first week of September
SB1097 is a universal background check bill
SB1186 would require stolen firearms to be reported within 48 hours of when the loss is discovered or when the person 'should have known' they were stolen
SB1241 would increase penalties for crimes committed with a firearm
SB1273 would create a tax free weekend for firearms and acceossories
SB1338 would allow the department of safety to accept military forms as proof of firearm training
SB1340 would allow district attorney generals and others in the office to carry without a permit
SB1402 would require all law enforcement agencies to compile a year report of crimes committed with a firearm and deliver them to the state
SB1339 would expand the right to carry a firearm on boats and other motorized vehicles
SB1341 would expand the places a permit holder may carry
TX
HB1692 would allow storage of firearms and ammunition by those with a license to carry in the parking lots of schools
UT
HB0329 would form a reciprocity council in an attempt to get more states to recognize Utah permits and establish more reciprocity agreements
WA
HB2042 would allow the governor to regulate firearm possession after declaring a state of emergency
SB5795 would require anyone wishing to buy a firearm to have a liability insurance policy
WI
SB34 is a universal background check bill
WV
HB2060 would increase penalties for using a firearm while committing a felony
HB2092 would increase penalties for using a firearm during a drug related offense
HB2100 would allow military personnel and their spouses to get carry licenses
HB2138 would preempt and nullify all local and federal laws that infringe on the right to bear arms
HB2209 would add knives to preemption of local laws
HB2212 would exempt all firearms, a firearm accessory or ammunition manufactured and retained in the state from federal laws
HB2311 would nullify all future federal and local firearm regulations that are consider against the true meaning of the second amendment
SB211 would prohibit county parks and recreation commissions from regulating firearms
SB227 would allow lawful concealed carry in state parks, stte wildlife areas, state forest recreational facilities and on marked trails within state park or state forest borders or on state rail trails;
http://amgoa.org/Proposed-State-Gun-Legislation
US Congress
HB788 would provide funding for new ranges and expansion of existing ranges at federal parks and land
http://amgoa.org/Proposed-Federal-Gun-Legislation
AL
HB101 would waive the fee for a concealed carry license for honorably discharged vets
SB70 would exempt retired law enforcement from the prohibition on possessing a firearm in certain designated places
CA
AB424 would prevent school administrators from giving permission to someone to have a firearm on school property
FL
H0779 removes the exemption about temporarily exposing a concealed firearm but it also makes it a non-criminal offense with a fine of $25
GA
HB286 is a constitutional carry bill
HB334 would make anyone under a restraining order a prohibited person for the duration of that order
IL
HB2599 would add 'handgun components and accessories' to the definition of handgun for preemption purposes
HB2602 would cut the cost of carry permits by 50%
HB2605 would make it easier for non-residents to get carry permits
HB2684 would remove the restriction for carrying on public transportation
HB2720 is a universal background check bill that actually exempts gun shows
HB2821 would preempt local governments from regulating firearm components and accessories for handguns
HB2823 would allow those with concealed carry licenses to carry while hunting
HB2833 would limit firearm sales to one a month
HB2845 would allow 18 - 20 year olds apply for a FOID card
HB2934 would allow concealed carry in highway rest areas
HB2945 would repeal the need for a FOID card when buying stun guns and tazers
HB3000 would cut the cost of concealed carry licenses in half
HB3034 would require 'clear and convincing evidence' for objections to a concealed carry license by law enforcement agency or the objection is to be dismissed
HB3178 would repeal the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act
HB3228 would make carry license good for 10 years
HB3231 would repeal the ban on carrying concealed weapons in parks
HB3338 would revoke the FOID card from anyone that has three separate thefts of firearms within a 2 year period
HB3352 would require anyone that has lost their FOID card to report it within 10 days
HB3390 would revoke the FOID card from anyone that has three separate thefts of firearms within a 2 year period
HB3398 would allow residents that move out of the state to apply for a non-resident license to carry
HB3404 would preempt local governments from regulating firearm components and accessories for handguns
HB3429 would prohibit local governments from imposing fees or taxes on firearms or accessories
SB1291 would create lethal violence protection orders so that a family member can petition the court to have all firearms removed
SB1300 would allow full time firefighters that have concealed carry licenses to carry on duty
SB1301 would set up reciprocity with other states
SB1302 would allow concealed carry in rest areas
SB1303 would remove the prohibition for carrying on public transportation
SB1323 would remove the prohibition for carrying on public transportation
SB1324 would repeal the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act
SB1387 would drop the fees for concealed carry licenses
SB1423 would prohibit local governments from imposing fees or taxes on firearms or accessories
SB1448 would make railroads that transport firearms notify local police when they are coming through
SB1512 would make anyone that doesn't have a concealed carry license wait 72 hours before accepting delivery of a firearm from a dealer
SB1524 would allow non-resident active military to apply for carry permits
SB1589 would require 'clear and convincing evidence' for objections to a concealed carry license by law enforcement agency or the objection is to be dismissed
SB1603 would allow 18 - 20 year olds apply for a FOID card
SB1613 would repeal the waiting period for firearm sales
SB1657 would require firearm dealers to be licensed with the state
SB1673 would preempt local governments from regulating firearm components and accessories for handguns
SB1674 would remove the 'similar requirements' language from law regarding non-resident licenses
SB1698 would repeal preemption of 'assault weapons' but would also invalidate any local law regarding them not enacted before or within 10 days of July 9, 2013
SB1711 would allow concealed carry in rest areas
SB1828 would require a full set of fingerprints to be submitted when applying for or renewing a firearm owners card
SB1868 would allow law enforcement to sell firearms confiscated from convicted criminals at auction
SB1877 would repeal the prohibition on carry in parks
HB3499 would prohibit carrying of firearms at any building, real property, or parking area under the control of a house of worship
HB3625 would begin the process of setting up reciprocity with other states and would remove language about 'similar laws regarding carrying of weapons' from the language involving non-resident licenses
HB3681 would allow those with concealed carry licenses to transport rifles and shotguns in vehicles without having to break them down
HB3682 would limit the time the concealed carry review board has to render a decision
HB3734 is an assault weapon and 50 cal rifle ban that requires anyone that owns one to get rid of it within 300 days of the effective date of this law
HB3835 would prohibit a state police database of firearm transactions and would require them to destroy all existing records except for the identification number and date of transaction
HB3873 would require anyone with a FOID card that the federal government has determined that the person is unable manage his or her own affairs, estate, or benefits to report to state police within 30 days of the determination so the state police can inform NICS
HB3878 would create a hunting sales tax holiday where firearms and accessories used for hunting would be tax free
SB2055 would allow Illinois residents with Florida permits to carry in the state
SB2076 would change preemption law to remove assault weapon and include all rifles and shotguns
A05599 would repeal section 1, chapter 1 of the SAFE act
MD
HB958 would prohibit law enforcement from capturing license plate data at gun shows
NC
H69 is a constitutional carry bill
NY
A05358 would repeal section 1. chapter 1 of the SAFE act
A05366 would allow military recruiters to carry while working
A05388 would repeal the requirement for re-certification of firearm applications
A05493 would make anyone that gives or sells a weapon to another that thinks they might commit a crime with it guilty of a class A felony
NV
AB118 would allow 18-20 year olds who are active military or honorably discharged to get concealed carry licenses
OR
SB775 would waive background check requirements for those that have a carry license
PA
HB420 would allow firearm sales to go through if the PICS system is down for more than 48 or if it is down and the person has a license to carry firearms
HB434 would protect all firearms and accessories made and kept in the state from federal laws
RI
H5437 would prohibit the alteration of imitation firearms
SC
H3240 would require the state to accept all other states carry permits
TN
HB0688 would add an exception (to unlawful carry law) for carrying in motor vehicles and boats
HB0689 would allow military forms to be used for proof of firearm training
HB0744 would make firearms and accessories tax free the first weekend of September
HB0752 would allow anyone under the protection of a court order who is not otherwise prohibited to carry a firearm without a license for up to 60 days
HB0884 would allow any valid permit holder to carry just about anywhere in the state with very limited exceptions
HB0958 would require the bureau of inspection to notify the department of health if someone who has been prohibited due to mental reasons attempt to buy a firearm.
SB0653 would allow those with carry permits to carry into buildings that are posted unless they have metal detectors and armed security guards
SB0670 would create 'Security Temporary Orders of Protection' where law enforcement can petition the court to have a person's firearm and ammunition taken
SB0671 would create an internet based 'do not sell' list where a person could add themselves and that data would be given to NICS
HB0962 would create an internet based, voluntary, do not sell database that would allow people to sign themselves up and the data would be transmitted to the NICS system
HB1006 would give civil immunity for anyone protecting them self or another by using deadly force
HB1176 would drop the penalty of carrying without a permit to a class C misdemeanor with a fine of $25
HB1221 would allow district attorney generals and others in the office to carry without a permit
HB1254 would require all law enforcement agencies to compile a year report of crimes committed with a firearm and deliver them to the state
HB1319 is a universal background check bill
HB1395 would require stolen firearms to be reported within 48 hours of when the loss is discovered or when the person 'should have known' they were stolen
HB1407 would prohibit the use of public funds or employees in enforcing any federal firearm law that would violate state law or the state constitution
SB0861 would give civil immunity for anyone protecting them self or another by using deadly force
SB0921 would repeal the provisions of law that outlaw suppressors
SB0933 would prohibit financial institutions from discriminating against firearm related businesses
SB0983 would allow anyone under the protection of a court order to carry a firearm without a license for up to 60 days as long as they aren't a prohibited person
SB1004 would make firearms and accessories tax exempt the first week of September
SB1097 is a universal background check bill
SB1186 would require stolen firearms to be reported within 48 hours of when the loss is discovered or when the person 'should have known' they were stolen
SB1241 would increase penalties for crimes committed with a firearm
SB1273 would create a tax free weekend for firearms and acceossories
SB1338 would allow the department of safety to accept military forms as proof of firearm training
SB1340 would allow district attorney generals and others in the office to carry without a permit
SB1402 would require all law enforcement agencies to compile a year report of crimes committed with a firearm and deliver them to the state
SB1339 would expand the right to carry a firearm on boats and other motorized vehicles
SB1341 would expand the places a permit holder may carry
TX
HB1692 would allow storage of firearms and ammunition by those with a license to carry in the parking lots of schools
UT
HB0329 would form a reciprocity council in an attempt to get more states to recognize Utah permits and establish more reciprocity agreements
WA
HB2042 would allow the governor to regulate firearm possession after declaring a state of emergency
SB5795 would require anyone wishing to buy a firearm to have a liability insurance policy
WI
SB34 is a universal background check bill
WV
HB2060 would increase penalties for using a firearm while committing a felony
HB2092 would increase penalties for using a firearm during a drug related offense
HB2100 would allow military personnel and their spouses to get carry licenses
HB2138 would preempt and nullify all local and federal laws that infringe on the right to bear arms
HB2209 would add knives to preemption of local laws
HB2212 would exempt all firearms, a firearm accessory or ammunition manufactured and retained in the state from federal laws
HB2311 would nullify all future federal and local firearm regulations that are consider against the true meaning of the second amendment
SB211 would prohibit county parks and recreation commissions from regulating firearms
SB227 would allow lawful concealed carry in state parks, stte wildlife areas, state forest recreational facilities and on marked trails within state park or state forest borders or on state rail trails;
http://amgoa.org/Proposed-State-Gun-Legislation
US Congress
HB788 would provide funding for new ranges and expansion of existing ranges at federal parks and land
http://amgoa.org/Proposed-Federal-Gun-Legislation
Okay folks, here's your latest batch of lunacy (bills) from around the country .... some real doozies this time:
CA
AB721 would add district attorney's offices to buy short barreled rifles and shotguns
AB757 would add self-defense as an acceptable cause to apply for a carry license
SB464 would require that all firearms stored by a dealer shall be locked in a vault or chained down. It would also require them to build concrete barriers to protect the building from being rammed by a car
FL
H0803 would allow carrying in many places that are now prohibited and would allow open carry
S0908 would allow carrying in many places that are now prohibited and would allow open carry
H0819 would make business owners responsible for their customer safety if they prohibit carrying of firearms
H0835 would require all firearms to be locked at all times if there are children under 16 in the hone
S0956 would require anyone who wishes to get a concealed carry license to be screened by a mental health profession
H0849 is a very strange change to carrying on school property, it elminates the term private for schools and adds the term 'during school hours or during school-sanctioned events' to the prohibition for carrying firearms. Very confusing and poorly worded, could lead to a lot of confusion
GA
SB163 would create a concealed carry holder database that would be available to law enforcement
SB177 is a constitutional carry bill
HB406 would change reciprocity laws to allow anyone from another state that is licensed in that state to carry weapons provided they are at least 21 years old
IA
SF254 would prevent health care professionals from inquire about firearm ownership
SF256 would prohibit college boards from enacting any policies that prohibit firearms on campuses
KY
HB316 is a constitutional carry bill
SR97 is a resolution asking congress to back the hearing protection act of 2017
HB417 would prohibit the banning of concealed carry holders from any place an off duty officer can carry
MD
HB1448 would require all rifle and shotgun sales and transfers to go through a dealer and a background check with very limited exceptions
HB1398 would prohibit police from using license plate captcha data to determine of the person has a carry permit
SB1091 would make carry permits good for 5 years
ME
LD574 would remove the requirement to inform law enforcement that you are carrying a firearm during traffic stops and detainment
LD595 would prohibit state and local law enforcement from seizing any firearm pursuant to the authority of a federal law or regulation or an executive order of the President of the United States and would include civil damages for said officer
LD598 would repeal the statue that requires persons carrying a firearm to inform law enforcement when stopped
MN
HF1223 would make carry permits free for active duty military
HF1356 would ban lead ammunition for deer hunting
MO
HB929 would repeal parts of the states stand your ground law
MT
HB461 would provide a tax credit, up to $500 per year, for the purchase of a gun safe or trigger lock
HB480 would set up a means for those who have lost their firearm rights due to mental issues to petition the court to have those rights restored
NC
H134 would eliminate the requirement for a signed release for mental health records for carry licenses
NM
SB410 would prohibit carrying firearms with 200 feet of a polling place
SB428 would allow anyone with a carry license to carry anywhere in the state, with very limited exceptions
HB483 would set up an enhanced concealed carry license
NV
AB171 is a constitutional carry bill
SB124 would remove all due process for those convicted of domestic violence in regards to owning firearms
SB115 would prohibit carrying weapons in public libraries and the Nevada system of higher education
NY
S04392 would require gun owners to keep their guns locked up
A05826 is ANOTHER microstamping bill
OR
SB797 would prohibit firearm dealers to complete a sale until they have received a unique approval number from the state police, no matter how long it takes
SB804 would exempt temporary transfers for hunting and at ranges from background checks
PA
SB383 would allow certain school employees access to firearms
SB386 would increase the penalties for making a false statement on a firearm form
SB98 is another attempt to allow Philadelphia to have their own guns laws by increasing penalties on the illegal carry of firearms
RI
H5510 would make person convicted of misdemeanors involving domestic abuse prohibited persons
H5554 would make it felony to transfer a firearm to anyone the person knows or 'reasonably should know' is prohibited
TX
HB14 would prohibit carrying firearms in state hospitals
HB1819 would legalize suppressors
SB842 would legalize suppressors
HB1911 is an oddly done constitutional carry bill
HB1915 would make any school property, or buildings owned by schools prohibited places for carrying firearms
HB1945 would legalize suppressors
HB1966 would prohibit landlords and condominiums from prohibiting firearms
UT
HB0388 would raise the criminal background check fee when buying a firearm to $10
WI
AB65 is a universal background check bill
WV
HB2369 would make all federal firearms laws regarding semi-automatic weapons and high capacity magazines unenforceable within the state
HB2430 would allow anyone that has a carry permit to carry on the grounds of the capitol complex
http://amgoa.org/Proposed-State-Gun-Legislation
US Congress
HB629 would prohibit a determination of prohibition to purchase firearms for mental health issues for veterans without an order or finding of a judge, magistrate, or other judicial authority
http://amgoa.org/Proposed-Federal-Gun-Legislation
CA
AB721 would add district attorney's offices to buy short barreled rifles and shotguns
AB757 would add self-defense as an acceptable cause to apply for a carry license
SB464 would require that all firearms stored by a dealer shall be locked in a vault or chained down. It would also require them to build concrete barriers to protect the building from being rammed by a car
FL
H0803 would allow carrying in many places that are now prohibited and would allow open carry
S0908 would allow carrying in many places that are now prohibited and would allow open carry
H0819 would make business owners responsible for their customer safety if they prohibit carrying of firearms
H0835 would require all firearms to be locked at all times if there are children under 16 in the hone
S0956 would require anyone who wishes to get a concealed carry license to be screened by a mental health profession
H0849 is a very strange change to carrying on school property, it elminates the term private for schools and adds the term 'during school hours or during school-sanctioned events' to the prohibition for carrying firearms. Very confusing and poorly worded, could lead to a lot of confusion
GA
SB163 would create a concealed carry holder database that would be available to law enforcement
SB177 is a constitutional carry bill
HB406 would change reciprocity laws to allow anyone from another state that is licensed in that state to carry weapons provided they are at least 21 years old
IA
SF254 would prevent health care professionals from inquire about firearm ownership
SF256 would prohibit college boards from enacting any policies that prohibit firearms on campuses
KY
HB316 is a constitutional carry bill
SR97 is a resolution asking congress to back the hearing protection act of 2017
HB417 would prohibit the banning of concealed carry holders from any place an off duty officer can carry
MD
HB1448 would require all rifle and shotgun sales and transfers to go through a dealer and a background check with very limited exceptions
HB1398 would prohibit police from using license plate captcha data to determine of the person has a carry permit
SB1091 would make carry permits good for 5 years
ME
LD574 would remove the requirement to inform law enforcement that you are carrying a firearm during traffic stops and detainment
LD595 would prohibit state and local law enforcement from seizing any firearm pursuant to the authority of a federal law or regulation or an executive order of the President of the United States and would include civil damages for said officer
LD598 would repeal the statue that requires persons carrying a firearm to inform law enforcement when stopped
MN
HF1223 would make carry permits free for active duty military
HF1356 would ban lead ammunition for deer hunting
MO
HB929 would repeal parts of the states stand your ground law
MT
HB461 would provide a tax credit, up to $500 per year, for the purchase of a gun safe or trigger lock
HB480 would set up a means for those who have lost their firearm rights due to mental issues to petition the court to have those rights restored
NC
H134 would eliminate the requirement for a signed release for mental health records for carry licenses
NM
SB410 would prohibit carrying firearms with 200 feet of a polling place
SB428 would allow anyone with a carry license to carry anywhere in the state, with very limited exceptions
HB483 would set up an enhanced concealed carry license
NV
AB171 is a constitutional carry bill
SB124 would remove all due process for those convicted of domestic violence in regards to owning firearms
SB115 would prohibit carrying weapons in public libraries and the Nevada system of higher education
NY
S04392 would require gun owners to keep their guns locked up
A05826 is ANOTHER microstamping bill
OR
SB797 would prohibit firearm dealers to complete a sale until they have received a unique approval number from the state police, no matter how long it takes
SB804 would exempt temporary transfers for hunting and at ranges from background checks
PA
SB383 would allow certain school employees access to firearms
SB386 would increase the penalties for making a false statement on a firearm form
SB98 is another attempt to allow Philadelphia to have their own guns laws by increasing penalties on the illegal carry of firearms
RI
H5510 would make person convicted of misdemeanors involving domestic abuse prohibited persons
H5554 would make it felony to transfer a firearm to anyone the person knows or 'reasonably should know' is prohibited
TX
HB14 would prohibit carrying firearms in state hospitals
HB1819 would legalize suppressors
SB842 would legalize suppressors
HB1911 is an oddly done constitutional carry bill
HB1915 would make any school property, or buildings owned by schools prohibited places for carrying firearms
HB1945 would legalize suppressors
HB1966 would prohibit landlords and condominiums from prohibiting firearms
UT
HB0388 would raise the criminal background check fee when buying a firearm to $10
WI
AB65 is a universal background check bill
WV
HB2369 would make all federal firearms laws regarding semi-automatic weapons and high capacity magazines unenforceable within the state
HB2430 would allow anyone that has a carry permit to carry on the grounds of the capitol complex
http://amgoa.org/Proposed-State-Gun-Legislation
US Congress
HB629 would prohibit a determination of prohibition to purchase firearms for mental health issues for veterans without an order or finding of a judge, magistrate, or other judicial authority
http://amgoa.org/Proposed-Federal-Gun-Legislation
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