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MO SB529
Bill
Status
2/25/2015
Primary Sponsor
Robert Onder
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AI Summary
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Persons with valid concealed carry permits cannot be prohibited, impeded, harassed, or detained from accessing publicly funded bus or train transportation systems while carrying a concealed firearm
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Exemptions exclude school buses (K-12 and vocational) unless the governing body consents, and Amtrak property including any private partnerships Amtrak engages in
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Concealed carry permit holders on public transportation retain the right to act in self-defense or defense of others under Chapter 563
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Amends existing bus hijacking and weapon possession statutes (sections 577.703, 577.712, 578.305, 578.320) to add exceptions for lawful concealed carry permit holders
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Creates new section 571.525 to establish these concealed carry rights on public transportation systems
Legislative Description
Allows the concealed carry of firearms on public transportation, including buses and trains, except school buses and Amtrak property
Last Action
Hearing Conducted S Transportation, Infrastructure and Public Safety Committee
4/15/2015