HB 1289 IN
Constitutional carry of handguns.
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Summary
Repeals the law that requires a person to obtain a license to carry a handgun in Indiana. Provides that a nonresident of Indiana may carry a handgun in Indiana without possessing a license or permit to carry a handgun from the person's state of residence. Allows a member of the: (1) general assembly; (2) general assembly's professional staff; or (3) lobby registration commission; to possess a handgun on the Indiana government center campus if the person is not otherwise prohibited from possessing a firearm. Allows a person who wishes to carry a handgun in another state under a reciprocity agreement entered into by Indiana and the other state to obtain a license to carry a handgun. Beginning July 1, 2021, permits a person not otherwise prohibited from possessing a firearm under state or federal law to possess a firearm on any property that is: (1) affiliated with; (2) operated or managed by; (3) owned by; or (4) leased by; the department of natural resources. Defines certain terms. Makes conforming amendments.
Sponsor (1)
- John Jacob · author
3 coauthors / cosponsors
- Curt Nisly · coauthor
- Zach Payne Republican · coauthor
- Chris Jeter Republican · coauthor
Action history (3)
- Jan 14, 2021 Coauthored by Representatives Nisly, Payne, Jeter · lower
- Jan 14, 2021 Authored by Representative Jacob · lower
- Jan 14, 2021 First reading: referred to Committee on Public Policy · lower
Text versions (1)
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