Bill > SF280

This bill modifies Minnesota's firearm carry laws to establish a "right to carry" without requiring a permit, while also maintaining an optional permit system. Specifically, the bill declares that the Second Amendment guarantees the fundamental right to carry a firearm, and allows individuals who are not prohibited from possessing a firearm to carry a weapon in public places, which are defined as government-owned properties or private properties regularly open to the public. The bill introduces an optional permit to carry a pistol, which can be obtained through county sheriffs by meeting certain criteria, such as being 21 years old, completing a firearm safety training course, and not being prohibited from firearm possession under various state or federal laws. The optional permit would remain valid for five years and can be renewed. The bill also requires the commissioner of public safety to maintain a database of optional permit holders and report annually to the legislature about permit statistics. Additionally, the bill repeals previous provisions related to mandatory permits and specifies that no government entity can modify or limit the established carry rights. The changes aim to simplify firearm carry regulations and affirm what the bill's supporters view as a constitutional right to bear arms.

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https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF0280&ssn=0&y=2025