Bill > HB2052

This bill updates several provisions of Kansas's concealed carry handgun licensing law. It modifies eligibility requirements for obtaining a license, including clarifying and expanding the list of disqualifying criminal offenses and adjusting age requirements. The bill introduces a formal process for transitioning from a provisional license (for those 18-20 years old) to a standard license upon turning 21, with the attorney general required to notify licensees about this transition. The legislation also adds protections for off-duty law enforcement officers, prohibiting buildings from collecting personal information or requiring identification when these officers enter with a concealed weapon. Additionally, the bill requires that when a concealed carry license is suspended or revoked, the licensee must surrender the physical license card, which will be destroyed by the motor vehicles division. The changes aim to streamline the licensing process, provide clearer guidelines for license holders, and offer additional accommodations for law enforcement professionals while maintaining public safety standards.

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https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/hb2052/