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MO HB85
MO HB85Establishes the "Second Amendment Preservation Act," which creates additional protections to the right to bear arms
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Introduced
01/06/2021
01/06/2021
In Committee
05/14/2021
05/14/2021
Crossed Over
02/08/2021
02/08/2021
Passed
05/14/2021
05/14/2021
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
06/12/2021
06/12/2021
Introduced Session
2021 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To repeal section 1.320, RSMo, and to enact in lieu thereof nine new sections relating to the sole purpose of adding additional protections to the right to bear arms, with penalty provisions and an emergency clause.
AI Summary
This bill, known as the "Second Amendment Preservation Act," aims to provide additional protections for the right to bear arms in Missouri. It declares that any federal laws, executive orders, or regulations that infringe on the right to keep and bear arms, as guaranteed by the Second Amendment and the Missouri Constitution, are invalid and unenforceable within the state. The bill establishes penalties for state and local law enforcement agencies that attempt to enforce such federal actions, and it allows Missouri residents to seek legal action against these agencies. The bill also clarifies certain terms, such as "law-abiding citizen" and "material aid and support," and includes an emergency clause, making the relevant sections effective upon passage.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Government Affairs, Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Delivered to Secretary of State (G) (on 06/12/2021)
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