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Introduced
12/09/2024
12/09/2024
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/02/2025
01/02/2025
Introduced Session
2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An act relating to carrying and possession of weapons and firearms; amending s. 790.001, F.S.; revising the definition of the term "law enforcement officer"; amending s. 790.013, F.S.; prohibiting the carrying of a concealed handgun or an unconcealed firearm without a license and the possession of such handgun or firearm without valid identification; providing penalties; repealing s. 790.02, F.S., relating to arrests without warrant and upon probable cause; repealing s. 790.051, F.S., relating to an exemption from licensing requirements for law enforcement officers; amending s. 790.053, F.S.; allowing the open carrying of any otherwise legal firearm or electric weapon or device; deleting provisions prohibiting open carry; amending s. 790.06, F.S.; deleting provisions relating to the collection of fees for licenses to carry concealed weapons or concealed firearms; revising the list of places into which a person may not carry a handgun or concealed weapon or concealed firearm; providing exceptions; amending s. 790.0625, F.S.; deleting provisions relating to collection of fees by tax collectors for licenses to carry concealed weapons or concealed firearms; amending s. 790.065, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the hb31-00 HB 31 act; amending s. 790.115, F.S.; deleting a provision allowing school districts to restrict the possession of a weapon or firearm in a vehicle in compliance with specified provisions; amending s. 790.222, F.S.; revising the definition of the term "bump-fire stock"; amending s. 790.25, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; revising a provision concerning possession of a handgun or other weapon within the interior of a private conveyance; amending s. 790.251, F.S.; deleting specified exceptions to statutory protections of the right to keep and bear arms in motor vehicles; repealing s. 790.401, F.S., relating to risk protection orders; amending ss. 27.53, 394.463, 943.051, 943.0585, 943.059, and 985.11, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill comprehensively reforms Florida's firearms laws with several key provisions. The bill allows open carrying of legal firearms, removes licensing fees for concealed weapons, and expands where individuals can possess firearms. Specifically, it removes restrictions on openly carrying firearms, eliminates fees associated with obtaining concealed weapon licenses, and modifies the list of places where firearms are prohibited (such as removing some restrictions in courthouses and for legislators). The bill also repeals certain existing statutes related to weapons, including those concerning risk protection orders and arrests without warrant. Importantly, the bill's preamble emphasizes the Legislature's view that the right to keep and bear arms is a fundamental individual right protected by both the U.S. Constitution and Florida's State Constitution. The legislation aims to reduce regulations on firearm possession and carrying, making it easier for eligible individuals to own, carry, and possess weapons with fewer legal restrictions. The bill includes technical amendments to various sections of Florida law to conform with these broader changes, affecting everything from juvenile records to criminal justice information systems.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Withdrawn prior to introduction (on 01/02/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/31 |
| BillText | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/31/BillText/Filed/PDF |
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