Personal Safety and Community Protection Act of 1997
Latest action (23 May 1997): Introduced
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Official summary
Personal Safety and Community Protection Act of 1997 - Amends the Federal criminal code to establish a national standard for the carrying of certain concealed firearms by nonresidents. Authorizes a person who has a valid permit to carry a concealed firearm in one State and who is not prohibited from carrying a firearm under Federal law to carry a concealed firearm (that has been transported in interstate commerce) in another State in accordance with the restrictions of that State (if any) or as specified under this Act. Exempts qualified current and former law enforcement officers from State laws prohibiting the carrying of concealed handguns.
Common questions
- What does S. 816 do?
- Personal Safety and Community Protection Act of 1997 - Amends the Federal criminal code to establish a national standard for the carrying of certain concealed firearms by nonresidents. Authorizes a person who has a valid permit to carry a concealed firearm in one State and who is not prohibited from carrying a firearm under Federal law to carry a concealed firearm (that has been transported in interstate commerce) in another State in accordance with the restrictions of that State (if any) or as specified under this Act. Exempts qualified current and former law enforcement officers from State laws prohibiting the carrying of concealed handguns.
- Has S. 816 become law?
- Not yet. As of 23 May 1997, S. 816 is introduced.
- Who sponsored S. 816?
- S. 816 was sponsored by Sen. Larry Craig [R-ID, 1991-2008] (Republican-ID), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on S. 816?
- Introduced (23 May 1997).
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