An Act relative to lawful right to carry
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Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill seeks to expand the current laws regarding the carrying of firearms in Massachusetts. It proposes to establish a ‘lawful right to carry’ and likely aims to modify existing regulations surrounding concealed and open carry. The bill is currently undergoing a study order process, with scheduled hearings to gather information and public input before potential further action.
Key provisions
- Establishes a ‘lawful right to carry’.
- Likely involves modifications to existing firearm regulations.
- Currently undergoing a study order process.
- Scheduled hearings are planned to gather information and public input.
- Accompanied a study order (H5322).
Who is affected
- Gun owners
- Law enforcement
- The public
- Massachusetts residents
Notable changes
- Potential changes to concealed and open carry regulations.
- Likely requires further study and public input before implementation.
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Sponsors
Official sponsors from legislative records.
7 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Donald R. Berthiaume Jr.
Joseph D. McKenna
Norman J. Orrall
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