HJRCA0002

BILL OF RIGHTS-CARRY FIREARMS

Prefiled·12/11/25
Introduced Text

Illinois proposes a constitutional amendment to protect the right to carry firearms.

The Illinois HJRCA0002 proposes a constitutional amendment to the Bill of Rights Article of the Illinois Constitution. It seeks to ensure that the right of individual citizens to keep and bear arms and to carry firearms is not infringed, subject only to the police power. This amendment, if adopted, would be put to the voters in a general election at least six months after the resolution's adoption.

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History

Jan 28, 2025

House

Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Tony M. McCombie

Jan 28, 2025

House

Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Dan Ugaste

Jan 28, 2025

House

Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Amy Elik