Bill > HJR48

This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment to modify Missouri's existing firearm rights provisions by allowing counties, St. Louis, and Kansas City to create local ordinances regulating firearm possession, carrying, and transfer, despite existing state laws. The proposed amendment would permit these local jurisdictions to issue firearms permits with fees limited to administrative costs, valid for up to five years, and to conduct background checks through systems like the National Instant Criminal Background Check System. Local ordinances could apply to both residents and non-residents, must recognize valid permits from a permit holder's county of residence, and include exemptions for law enforcement officers, judges, and certain professional roles requiring firearms. The amendment would limit penalties for ordinance violations to a maximum of $1,000 fine or one year in county jail, and would allow law enforcement to seize firearms from individuals legally ineligible to possess them, while still maintaining compliance with the Second Amendment and federal law. The proposed amendment would be submitted to Missouri voters for adoption or rejection at the general election in November 2026 or a special election called by the governor.

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HJR48&year=2025&code=R