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AZ HB2721

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/6/2020

Primary Sponsor

Bob Thorpe

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Origin

House of Representatives

Fifty-fourth Legislature - Second Regular Session (2020)

AI Summary

  • Allows individuals not prohibited by federal or state law to possess firearms in public accommodation buildings unless specifically prohibited by the owner, tenant, or agent, or unless prohibited under existing statute sections 4-229 or 13-3102.

  • Permits carrying firearms either concealed or visibly in public accommodations unless otherwise restricted by law.

  • Prohibits civil liability for persons using justified deadly physical force under Arizona law, and shields building owners or tenants from liability for acts of persons lawfully using deadly force.

  • Allows owners, tenants, or their agents to establish rules, guidelines, policies, or regulations regarding firearm possession in their buildings or structures.

  • Defines "public accommodation buildings or structures" to include those owned by religious organizations, nonprofits affiliated with religious organizations, and public or private hotels, restaurants, theaters, and museums.

Legislative Description

Possession of firearms; buildings; liability

Civil Liability

Last Action

House read second time

2/10/2020

Full Bill Text

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