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AR HB1683

Bill

Status

Failed

5/1/2023

Primary Sponsor

Matt Duffield

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Origin

House of Representatives

94th General Assembly (2023 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Adds Arkansas Code 5-73-328 establishing that the sole purpose of the concealed carry licensing scheme is to provide reciprocity for licensees in other states that require a license to carry a concealed handgun

  • Clarifies that obtaining a concealed carry license is not required to carry a concealed handgun in Arkansas

  • Establishes that the licensing provisions exist only to facilitate interstate reciprocity, not to mandate licensure within the state

Legislative Description

To Clarify The Purpose Of The Statutes Authorizing A License To Carry A Concealed Handgun; And To Clarify That A License To Carry A Concealed Handgun Is Not Required To Carry A Concealed Handgun In This State.

Last Action

Died in House Committee at Sine Die Adjournment

5/1/2023

Committee Referrals

Judiciary3/27/2023

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