HB 2592
Right to keep and bear arms
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- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill aims to protect West Virginia residents’ rights to own and bear firearms by declaring any future federal, state, or local laws, ordinances, or regulations that attempt to restrict, tax, or regulate firearms, ammunition, and related accessories as invalid and unenforceable. It establishes felony penalties for attempting to enforce such restrictions and requires the Attorney General to defend West Virginians prosecuted under these laws. The bill also includes provisions regarding definitions, legislative findings, and exemptions.
Key provisions
- Declares future federal, state, and local laws restricting firearms as invalid.
- Creates felony penalties for attempting to enforce firearm restrictions.
- Requires the Attorney General to defend West Virginia citizens prosecuted under federal firearm laws.
- Defines key terms such as ‘federal,’ ‘local,’ and ‘executive department or state agency.’
- Includes legislative findings affirming the Second Amendment and state constitutional rights.
- Provides for retroactivity, allowing the bill to apply to past actions.
- States that the bill does not create ex post facto laws.
- Allows local governments to regulate firearm manufacturing through zoning, subject to limitations.
Who is affected
- Gun owners and firearm enthusiasts
- Federal and state government agencies
- Local governments (counties, municipalities)
- The U.S. Department of Justice
- West Virginia Attorney General’s Office
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