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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that New York State's Concealed Carry Improvement Act is unconstitutional.

12/15/2023, 3:51 PM

Summary of Bill HRES 45

Bill 118 HRES 45, also known as the Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that New York State's Concealed Carry Improvement Act is unconstitutional, is a resolution introduced in the House of Representatives. The resolution aims to convey the opinion of the House that the Concealed Carry Improvement Act passed by the state of New York is in violation of the United States Constitution.

The Concealed Carry Improvement Act in question is a state law that pertains to the issuance of concealed carry permits for firearms in New York. The resolution argues that this law infringes upon the Second Amendment rights of individuals by imposing overly restrictive requirements for obtaining a concealed carry permit.

The resolution asserts that the right to bear arms is a fundamental constitutional right that should not be unduly restricted by state laws. It argues that the Concealed Carry Improvement Act in New York goes beyond reasonable regulations and imposes burdensome obstacles for law-abiding citizens seeking to exercise their Second Amendment rights. The resolution does not propose any specific actions or changes to the law, but rather serves as a statement of the House of Representatives' position on the constitutionality of the New York State Concealed Carry Improvement Act. It is intended to raise awareness and prompt further discussion on the issue of gun rights and regulations at the state level. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 45 is a non-binding resolution that expresses the House of Representatives' belief that the Concealed Carry Improvement Act in New York is unconstitutional. It highlights the ongoing debate and controversy surrounding gun rights and regulations in the United States.

Congressional Summary of HRES 45

This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the courts should find New York's Concealed Carry Improvement Act unconstitutional and that all states should pass legislation supporting Second Amendment rights.

Current Status of Bill HRES 45

Bill HRES 45 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 17, 2023. Bill HRES 45 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 17, 2023.  Bill HRES 45's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of January 17, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 45

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
8
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
8
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 45

Primary Policy Focus

Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues

Potential Impact Areas

- Constitution and constitutional amendments
- Firearms and explosives
- Judicial review and appeals
- New York State

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 45

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that New York State's Concealed Carry Improvement Act is unconstitutional.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that New York State's Concealed Carry Improvement Act is unconstitutional.

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