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MO HJR49

Joint Resolution

Status

Engrossed

4/12/2012

Primary Sponsor

Rick Brattin

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Origin

House of Representatives

2012 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Repeals and replaces Section 23, Article I of the Missouri Constitution regarding the right to bear arms

  • Adds language protecting the right to "possess, purchase, reload, or manufacture ammunition" without infringement or limitation

  • Adds language protecting the right to "possess, purchase, or manufacture mechanical parts or other articles essential to the proper functioning of arms" without infringement or limitation

  • Submits the amendment to Missouri voters at the general election on Tuesday following the first Monday in November 2012, or at a special election called by the governor

  • Retains existing constitutional language protecting citizens' right to keep and bear arms in defense of home, person, and property, or when summoned in aid of civil power

Legislative Description

Proposes a constitutional amendment specifying that the right of every citizen to possess or purchase ammunition and articles for the proper functioning of arms must not be infringed or limited

Last Action

Public Hearing Held (S)

4/30/2012

Committee Referrals

Judiciary And Civil And Criminal Jurisprudence4/19/2012
Fiscal Review4/11/2012
Rules3/21/2012
General Laws1/19/2012

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