HB342 Summary

• Extends liability protections to sport shooting ranges created after August 1, 2001 that comply with noise and lead control laws and have been in operation for at least one year.

• Protects shooting range operators from civil liability, criminal prosecution, and legal injunction for noise, noise pollution, lead, or lead pollution claims when operating between 9:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m.

• Exempts compliant shooting ranges from noise and lead control regulations adopted by governmental bodies that would otherwise apply to atmospheric pollution standards.

• Prohibits public streets or alleys from being opened through shooting range property unless a jury determines there is extreme need and no alternative routing is possible.

• Takes effect on the first day of the third month following passage and approval by the Governor.