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Expanded Concealed Carry Rights for Law Enforcement and Retirees

This act expands the locations where current and retired law enforcement officers can carry concealed firearms, including certain federal facilities and properties open to the public. The changes aim to standardize regulations and make it easier for officers to exercise their rights, potentially impacting public safety in various settings.
Key points
Current and retired officers can carry concealed firearms in more locations, including some federal facilities and public properties, even if an entry fee is charged.
Qualification standards for retired officers to carry firearms have been made more flexible, offering more options for meeting training requirements.
Allows the possession of firearms and ammunition in certain lower-security federal facilities that are open to the general public.
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VOTING RESULTS
2024-05-16
54%
For 221
Against 185
Abstain 0
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_354
Sponsor: Rep. Bacon, Don [R-NE-2]
Process start date: 2023-01-13
Voting date: 2024-05-16
Meeting no: 2
Voting no: 213