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IN HB1159
Bill
Status
1/9/2017
Primary Sponsor
Jim Lucas
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AI Summary
HB 1159 Summary
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Repeals Indiana's requirement for individuals to obtain a state license to carry a handgun, effective July 1, 2017.
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Allows Indiana residents to carry handguns without a state permit if they are otherwise legally permitted to possess firearms.
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Creates a new optional "firearms reciprocity license" that Indiana residents may obtain to carry firearms in other states with reciprocity agreements with Indiana.
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Establishes fees for reciprocity licenses ($10-$75 depending on license type and duration) to be deposited in law enforcement training funds.
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Makes conforming amendments to multiple Indiana Code sections related to law enforcement training, probation officer handgun requirements, and vehicle firearm transport regulations.
Legislative Description
Regulation of firearms. Repeals the law that requires a person to obtain a license to carry a handgun in Indiana. Specifies that a person who may otherwise legally carry a handgun is not required to obtain or possess a license or permit from the state to carry a handgun in Indiana. Makes conforming amendments. Allows a resident of Indiana who wishes to carry a firearm in another state under a reciprocity agreement entered into by Indiana and the other state to obtain an Indiana firearms reciprocity license from the superintendent of the state police department.
Last Action
Representative Arnold added as coauthor
1/9/2017