SB129 Summary

• Consolidates firearm preemption language to prevent counties and municipalities from regulating firearms, ammunition, and accessories; provides civil remedies and damages for violations of these restrictions.

• Requires sheriffs to issue or deny concealed pistol permits within 30 days of receiving complete applications and fees, with permits valid for 1-5 years and an annual fee of $10.

• Establishes that lawfully carrying a visible, holstered firearm in public does not constitute disorderly conduct and allows permits for non-U.S. citizens under certain conditions with background check requirements.

• Authorizes employers to restrict employee concealed carry during work duties and allows judges to control firearms in courtrooms; authorizes the Attorney General to negotiate reciprocal concealed carry agreements with other states.

• Repeals municipal handgun ordinance authority and prohibition on firearms at public demonstrations; imposes fines of $10,000-$100,000 on public officials who knowingly enact unlawful firearm regulations.