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2016 SESSION
HB 617 Concealed handgun permit; demonstration of competence.
Introduced by: John J. Bell | all patrons ... notes | add to my profiles
SUMMARY AS INTRODUCED:
Concealed handgun permit; demonstration of competence. Removes the option for concealed handgun permit applicants to demonstrate competence with a handgun by completing an electronic, video, or online course conducted by a state-certified or National Rifle Association-certified firearms instructor. The bill does not affect any in person means of satisfying the requirement to demonstrate competence with a handgun under current law.
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HISTORY
- 01/11/16 House: Prefiled and ordered printed; offered 01/13/16 16102531D
- 01/11/16 House: Referred to Committee on Militia, Police and Public Safety
- 01/27/16 House: Assigned MPPS sub: #1
- 01/28/16 House: Subcommittee recommends laying on the table by voice vote
- 02/16/16 House: Left in Militia, Police and Public Safety