HB2334

Prohibits persons under eighteen years of age from carrying firearms into public areas within urban areas

Introduced·1/7/26
Introduced Text

Missouri HB2334 prohibits individuals under eighteen from carrying firearms into public areas within urban areas.

Missouri HB2334 establishes a prohibition on individuals under eighteen years of age carrying firearms into public areas within urban areas. The bill defines urban areas as those within a metropolitan statistical area with a principal city of more than one hundred thousand inhabitants. Exceptions are made for certain individuals, such as those employed in specific roles or engaged in lawful activities. The bill outlines penalties for violations, including class B misdemeanors and felonies, depending on the circumstances and whether the firearm is loaded.

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History

May 15

House

Referred: Emerging Issues(H)

Jan 8

House

Read Second Time (H)

Jan 7

House

Read First Time (H)