2017 Senate Bill 586

Clarify scope of local gun law preemption

Introduced in the Senate

Sept. 20, 2017

Introduced by Sen. Mike Shirkey (R-16)

To clarify that a state law that preempts imposing local government restrictions on firearms (including registration; purchase, sale, transfer, transportation, or possession regulations; and taxes) applies equally to a community college, public library, local authority or any other political subdivision. This would also apply to school districts and intermediate school districts, except they could still ban possession of firearms by students.

Referred to the Committee on Government Operations

Nov. 8, 2017

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the bill pass.

Passed in the Senate 25 to 12 (details)

Received in the House

Nov. 9, 2017

Referred to the Committee on Judiciary