H.C.R. No. 37 Summary

• Opposes federal "concealed carry reciprocity" legislation, including S. 446 and H.R. 38 of the 115th Congress, that would require states to recognize out-of-state concealed carry permits.

• Argues that concealed carry reciprocity would force Hawaii to accept individuals with no firearm safety training, dangerous histories, violent misdemeanor records, stalking convictions, or domestic violence issues who may be permitted in other states.

• Notes that 19 states do not require safety training, 25 states do not deny permits based on dangerous warning signs, 22 states allow some convicted stalkers to carry, and 15 states allow some domestic abusers or those with domestic violence convictions to carry concealed firearms.

• Urges Hawaii's congressional delegation and the United States Congress to oppose federal concealed carry reciprocity legislation and reaffirms support for common-sense gun legislation requiring proper safety training and background checks.

• Directs transmission of certified copies of this resolution to the U.S. Senate Majority Leader, U.S. House Speaker, and Hawaii's congressional delegation.