HB336 Summary

• Eliminates the requirement for a concealed carry permit to carry a pistol in Alabama, allowing permitless carry while maintaining an optional permit system for those who want one.

• Repeals five existing statutes restricting firearm possession on wildlife management areas, private property, and in motor vehicles, while removing the permit requirement to carry concealed weapons.

• Revises restrictions on firearm possession at specific locations including courthouses, detention facilities, schools, and athletic events; allows firearms in locked vehicles at sheriff's offices that issue permits.

• Permits non-resident handgun license holders from other states to carry handguns in Alabama in compliance with state law, and authorizes the Attorney General to establish reciprocal agreements with other states.

• Becomes effective on the first day of the third month following passage and approval by the Governor.