A bill to protect the right of law-abiding citizens to transport knives interstate, notwithstanding a patchwork of State and local prohibitions that burden citizens.
1/31/2025, 11:56 AMSummary of Bill S 346
Bill 119 s 346, also known as the Knife Owners' Protection Act, aims to protect the rights of law-abiding citizens to transport knives across state lines, despite varying restrictions imposed by different states and local governments. The bill seeks to address the challenges faced by individuals who may inadvertently violate laws when traveling with knives for legitimate purposes.The legislation acknowledges that the current patchwork of state and local regulations on knife possession can create confusion and burden law-abiding citizens. By establishing a consistent standard for transporting knives interstate, the bill aims to ensure that individuals are not unfairly penalized for simply carrying a knife for self-defense, work, or recreational purposes.
Under Bill 119 s 346, individuals who are legally allowed to possess a knife in their home state would be permitted to transport that knife through states with stricter regulations, as long as the knife is securely stored and not readily accessible during transport. The bill does not seek to override existing state laws on knife possession but rather provides a uniform framework for interstate travel with knives. Overall, the Knife Owners' Protection Act is designed to safeguard the rights of law-abiding citizens to transport knives for lawful purposes while respecting the authority of states to regulate knife possession within their borders. The bill aims to promote clarity and consistency in knife transportation laws, ensuring that individuals can exercise their rights without fear of inadvertently violating state or local regulations.
Current Status of Bill S 346
Bill S 346 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 30, 2025. Bill S 346 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on January 30, 2025. Bill S 346's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. as of January 30, 2025Bipartisan Support of Bill S 346
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1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
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2Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
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A bill to protect the right of law-abiding citizens to transport knives interstate, notwithstanding a patchwork of State and local prohibitions that burden citizens.A bill to protect the right of law-abiding citizens to transport knives interstate, notwithstanding a patchwork of State and local prohibitions that burden citizens.Comments
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