Bill > HB690

This bill modifies Missouri's firearms laws in several significant ways, primarily focusing on concealed carry permits and firearm possession regulations. The key provisions include raising the minimum age for obtaining a concealed carry permit from 19 to 21 years old, with exceptions for military members and veterans. The bill introduces a new category of "military-style semi-automatic firearm" and prohibits the sale or transfer of such firearms except to law enforcement or military personnel. It establishes two new types of concealed carry permits: a lifetime permit and an extended permit valid for 10 or 25 years. The bill also adds restrictions on firearm possession for individuals under 21, requiring those under 21 to have proof of military service to carry a concealed weapon. Additionally, the legislation creates more stringent background check requirements, modifies the definition of firearms, and adjusts penalties for various firearm-related offenses. The bill maintains existing provisions about where concealed firearms cannot be carried, such as schools, government buildings, and certain private properties, while providing some specific exceptions for military personnel, law enforcement, and individuals engaged in authorized activities.

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB690&year=2025&code=R