Bill > HB550

This bill modifies several provisions related to firearms in Missouri, with key changes including: establishing new requirements for obtaining a permit to acquire a concealable firearm, expanding concealed carry rights, clarifying justifiable use of force, and removing previous restrictions on firearm ownership and transfer. The bill creates a new section promoting responsible gun ownership and condemning unlawful firearm transfers, introduces a permit system for acquiring concealable firearms that requires background checks and specific eligibility criteria, and modifies existing laws about when deadly force can be used for self-defense. Notably, the bill removes some previous restrictions on where concealed carry permit holders can bring firearms, though it maintains certain prohibitions in specific locations like courthouses, schools, and polling places. The legislation also establishes procedures for obtaining, renewing, and potentially revoking concealed carry permits, with detailed requirements around background checks, training, and eligibility. Overall, the bill appears to expand gun rights while attempting to maintain some regulatory oversight through the new permitting process.

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB550&year=2025&code=R