Legislative Report #21 - May 18, 2023

Dear John,

This is a quick update containing a link to the actual text of the legal complaint filed in the United States District Court for the District of Maryland.

We will keep you updated as the State's response and additional documents and information becomes available.

In this report:

• NRA'S Lawsuit - read the text
• Key provisions of gun control bills signed today (republished for the benefit of our many new subscribers since the last email)

Litigation is an expensive process, you can help the NRA defend your gun rights.

Best regards,

John H. Josselyn

2A Maryland

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NRA's LEGAL CHALLENGE FILED - READ THE TEXT

See Court Listener for additional information.

Gun Control Bills Signed Today by Governor Wes Moore

Bills 2A Maryland Opposed:

Senate Bill 1 – Criminal Law – Wearing, Carrying, or Transporting Firearms – Restrictions (Gun Safety Act of 2023)

Effective Date: October 1st

Key Provisions:



• Carry permit holders' handguns must be carried concealed under or within clothing.
• Firearms must be in a locked container when transported in a motor vehicle.
• For persons with permits to wear and carry a handgun; the handguns must be transported within the limitations imposed under §5-307 of Public Safety Article.
• Many public locations are now restricted areas where firearms are prohibited unless posted otherwise by the owner.

Click here to download the full report on SB 1's Key Provisions

Senate Bill 858 – Firearm Safety - Storage Requirements and Youth Suicide Prevention (Jaelynn's Law)

Effective Date: October 1st

Key Provisions:

• Raises the minimum age when firearms must be secured from 16 years of age to 18 years of age.
• New penalty provisions which limit or prohibit firearms ownership.

Click here to download the full report on SB 858's Key Provisions.

House Bill 824 – Public Safety – Regulated Firearms – Possession and Permits to Carry, Wear, and Transport a Handgun

Effective Date: October 1st

Key Provisions:



• Adds a wide range of circumstances & offenses which will prohibit the possession of regulated firearms.
• Increases the cost of original permits & permit renewals.
• Greatly expands the training requirements for a wear and carry permit.
• Adds additional offenses which will prohibit a person from obtaining a carry permit.

Click here to download the full report on HB 824's Key Provisions.

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Maryland Gun Bills - 2023 Hearing Schedules and Synopses

2A Maryland 2023 Session Legislative Reports - Webpage Views

Maryland Gun Laws - Statutes & Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR)

Note: One or both of the documents below will require updating to address the changes relating to the gun bills passed during the 2023 Session.

Watch for udates in the coming months.

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