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GA HB1378
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/17/2022
Primary Sponsor
Rick Jasperse
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AI Summary
- Removes places of worship from the list of unauthorized locations where weapons or long guns may not be carried, eliminating the previous requirement that a governing body must first grant permission for license holders to carry in such locations
- Authorizes probate court judges to implement online application processes and accept first-class mail submissions for weapons carry licenses and renewal licenses
- Requires municipal corporations, the state, and other political subdivisions to auction unclaimed firearms in law enforcement custody at least once every 12 months when holding an inventory of five or more firearms, with a private right of action (including attorney's fees) to compel compliance
- Expands prohibited government actions during a declared state of emergency to include banning the manufacture, sale, or transfer of firearms/ammunition; suspending or revoking weapons carry licenses; closing firearms businesses or shooting ranges (unless all businesses are similarly restricted); and refusing to accept weapons carry license applications
- Prohibits the Governor from using emergency powers to suspend the statutory protections for firearms rights during a state of emergency, and creates a civil cause of action with recovery of costs and attorney's fees for individuals whose rights under these provisions are violated
Legislative Description
Crimes and offenses; remove places of worship from unauthorized locations a weapon or long gun may be carried
Last Action
House Committee Favorably Reported By Substitute
3/3/2022
Committee Referrals
Public Safety and Homeland Security2/22/2022
Full Bill Text
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