SB 1305 - Washington, Barbara
Modifies provisions relating to the carrying of firearms or weapons into polling places on election days
Bill Details
Sponsor
LR Number
5726S.01I
Title
SB 1305
House Handler
N/A
Journal Page
Effective Date
August 28, 2026
Current Status
Second Read and Referred S Transportation, Infrastructure and Public Safety Committee
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Amendments
No amendments available
CURRENT BILL SUMMARY
SB 1305 - This act provides that a person commits the offense of unlawful use of a weapon when he or she carries a firearm or any weapon readily capable of lethal use within 300 feet of or into any election precinct or polling place on any election day. Additionally, no concealed carry permit shall authorize a person to carry a firearm within 300 feet, instead of 25 feet, of any polling place on any election day.
TRISTAN BENSON, JR.