Firearm Discharge/Preempt Local Ordinance
Plain English Summary
This bill prevents local governments (counties and cities) from regulating firearm discharge on private property when the property owner gives permission, and removes local authority to regulate sport shooting ranges. It allows counties and cities to still regulate firearm discharge in public spaces and for hunting, self-defense, and law enforcement purposes.
Arguments in Favor
Supporters argue this bill protects property rights by allowing landowners to use their private property as they see fit without local government interference. They contend that existing state law already provides adequate safety standards and that preemption prevents a patchwork of conflicting local regulations that burden gun owners and shooting range operators across different jurisdictions.
Arguments Against
Opponents argue this bill may limit local communities' ability to address noise, safety, and quality-of-life concerns from nearby firearm discharge and shooting ranges. They contend that local governments are better positioned to understand their specific community needs and that removing local regulatory authority reduces protections for residents in densely populated areas where private properties are close together.
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Sponsors
Primary Sponsor
Representative · District 84
Primary Sponsor
Representative · District 52
Primary Sponsor
Representative · District 6
Primary Sponsor
Representative · District 79
