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HCR5006: Proposing a constitutional amendment to amend section 4 of the Kansas bill of rights to recognize the right to bear arms as a fundamental right that includes the possession and use of ammunition, firearm accessories and firearm components, and that any restrictions on such right are subject to the strict scrutiny standard.

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Plain-Language Summary

This bill proposes a constitutional amendment to recognize the right to bear arms as a fundamental right, including the possession and use of ammunition, firearm accessories, and components. It also states that any restrictions on this right would be subject to strict scrutiny.

Who This Affects

This bill affects all Kansans who own or wish to own firearms, as well as those who support or oppose stricter gun control measures.

Key Provisions

• Recognizes the right to bear arms as a fundamental right • Includes possession and use of ammunition, firearm accessories, and components • Restrictions on this right would be subject to strict scrutiny

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Timeline

Introduced

Wednesday, January 22, 2025

Last Action

House Committee of the Whole - Passed over and retain a place on the calendar

Feb 19, 2025

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