Bill > HB1175

This bill reestablishes the Second Amendment Preservation Act, which reasserts Missouri's stance on protecting citizens' rights to keep and bear arms by limiting federal gun regulations within the state. The bill declares that Missouri will not enforce federal firearm laws, regulations, or orders that are deemed to infringe upon Second Amendment rights, and establishes significant legal protections and penalties for entities that attempt to enforce such federal measures. Specifically, the bill prohibits state and local law enforcement from enforcing federal firearm regulations, allows citizens to sue political subdivisions or law enforcement agencies that violate these provisions, and imposes a $50,000 civil penalty per occurrence for violations. The legislation emphasizes Missouri's interpretation of the Constitution, arguing that federal powers are limited and that states have the right to resist federal actions they consider unconstitutional, particularly regarding gun ownership. The bill also defines terms like "law-abiding citizen" and "material aid and support," and provides exceptions for certain federal pursuits, such as criminal investigations involving serious felonies. Notably, the provisions will become applicable to offenses occurring on or after August 28, 2025, and the bill includes a severability clause to ensure that if any part of the act is found invalid, the rest of the legislation remains in effect.

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https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB1175&year=2025&code=R