S.B. 2394 in Mississippi

[Bert Man]

S.B. 2394 has been passed by both houses of the Mississippi Legislature and an interesting amendment added in a joint conference to send a final bill to the Governor provides for permitless concealed carry in purses, briefcases, satchels, cases and similar containers. The intent supposedly was to make it easier for women to carry for protection without having to go through the permit process. Since they couldn't single out women only it applies to all lawful adult citizens. A permit will still be required for on-body carry but state gun rights groups suggest that it may increase the possibility of passing universal ccw in next year's legislative session. Current law already authorizes open carry and loaded firearms in motor vehicles. Governor Phil Bryant has stated that if the bill reaches his desk he will definitely sign it.

Some more encouraging news is that Ohio will now honor MS permits so we are covered in 33 states. If we can just add Colorado, Nebraska, Wisconsin and Minnesota we will be in even better shape.

 

[Bert Man]

DONE. Mississippi Governor, Phil Bryant, has signed two gun-friendly bills which were passed by the state legislature this year.

H,R. 2394 authorizes permit-less concealed carry of a loaded firearm in a purse, briefcase, satchel or other similar enclosed container. On-body carry will still require a permit for most people. It also lowers fees for initial issuance and renewal of carry permits. This bill also specifies that disabled veterans, active duty military and current or honorably retired LEOs do not need a permit to carry a concealed firearm.

S.B.2619 allows active duty military, vetrans and honorably retired LEOs to substitute their service for the state-required 8 hour course to obtain the enhanced permit which authorizes concealed carry everywhere except police stations, courtrooms and federal property. The bill also authorizes Mississippians to legally possess commonly used rifle ammunition for hunting, target shooting and self defense regardless of any potential ban implemented by the federal BATFE.The NRA supported both bills.