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MS SB2811

MS SB2811
Firearms; prohibit firing in certain limited locations.

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Introduced
01/19/2026
In Committee
01/19/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/03/2026

Introduced Session

2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An Act To Prohibit Any Person From Shooting Or Discharging Any Firearms Across, Or In, Any Public Road In This State, Within 500 Feet Of Any School Or Church, Within 500 Feet Of Any Dwelling House, Or In Any State, County Or Municipal Park In Areas Of Which The Discharge Of Firearms Is Prohibited; To Define The Term "dwelling House"; To Provide Exceptions For Persons Who Are Residents Or Authorized Guests Of A Dwelling House; To Provide That Violation Of This Section Shall Be A Misdemeanor; To Provide Criminal Penalties; To Provide Exceptions For Gun Repair Shops, Firearm Stores, And Indoor Shooting Ranges; And For Related Purposes.

AI Summary

This bill makes it illegal for anyone to fire a gun across or on a public road, within 500 feet of a school or church, or within 500 feet of a "dwelling house," which is defined as any building or structure used for people to live in, excluding the area immediately surrounding it. However, residents or authorized guests of a dwelling house can fire a gun within 500 feet of their home if all residents consent and no other homes are nearby. The bill also prohibits firing guns in state, county, or municipal parks where it's already forbidden. Violating these rules is a misdemeanor, punishable by fines or jail time. Exceptions are made for licensed gun repair shops and firearm stores for test firing, provided the Department of Public Safety sets rules and allows nearby residents to protest exemptions, and for indoor shooting ranges that comply with all regulations.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Died In Committee (on 02/03/2026)

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