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SB 0074 - Firearms; authorize persons between the ages of 18 and 21 to carry under certain circumstances; provide issuance of a permit

Tracking Level: Watch
Sponsor: Loudermilk, Barry 14th
Last Action: 1/13/2014 - Senate Recommitted
State Code Titles: 16 / 43
Senate Committee: PUB SAF
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Staff Analysis of the Legislation

SUMMARY: Lowers the age for eligibility to obtain a license to carry a weapon from 21 to 18 if all current requirements are met and the individual has completed basic training in any branch of the military. 

POINTS TO CONSIDER: Could have a bearing on permitted weapons in schools should other bills under consideration remove current limitations.

EFFECTIVE DATE:  Upon approval by the General Assembly and Governor.

 


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