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HB3297Introduced in the House

CONCEALED CARRY-RETIRED COPS

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Introduced by Harry Benton, District 97

What does this bill do?

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Official description

Amends the Firearm Concealed Carry Act. In provisions prohibiting a person licensed under the Act from knowingly carrying a firearm on or into a building or portion of a building under the control of a unit of local government, provides that a retired police officer may carry a concealed firearm on the premises of the retired officer's former governmental employer if (i) the retired officer is authorized to carry a concealed firearm under the Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act of 2004 and (ii) the retired officer's actions are authorized by ordinance.

Where it stands

Referred to Rules Committee

February 18, 2025

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Bill history

  1. Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Harry Benton

  2. First Reading

  3. Referred to Rules Committee

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