A "True Constitutional Carry" Bill Submitted

Published on December 7, 2020
Duration: 5:34

A new bill, HB18, has been submitted in Tennessee aiming to establish 'true constitutional carry.' This legislation, supported by Governor Bill Lee, would allow law-abiding citizens to open or conceal carry a firearm anywhere in the state without a permit, provided they legally own the firearm. The bill's sponsor, Representative Bruce Griffey, argues that law-abiding citizens should not face persecution for exercising their Second Amendment rights for self-defense.

Quick Summary

Tennessee's House Bill 18, sponsored by Representative Bruce Griffey, proposes 'true constitutional carry,' allowing law-abiding citizens to open or conceal carry a firearm anywhere in the state without a permit, provided they legally own it. Governor Bill Lee has previously supported similar legislation.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: New Constitutional Carry Bill
  2. 00:15Guns & Gadgets Channel Intro
  3. 01:00Blackout Coffee Sponsorship
  4. 01:46Focus on Tennessee Legislation
  5. 02:03Introduction of HB18 by Bruce Griffey
  6. 02:32Representative Griffey's Statement
  7. 03:07Law Enforcement Limitations & Citizen Rights
  8. 03:20Governor Bill Lee's Past Support
  9. 03:45Implications of HB18 Passing
  10. 04:14Channel Update & Apology
  11. 04:37Upcoming Blackout Coffee Giveaway
  12. 04:49Call to Subscribe & Support
  13. 05:00Vote for Guns & Gadgets
  14. 05:09Closing Remarks & Safety

Frequently Asked Questions

What is House Bill 18 in Tennessee?

House Bill 18 (HB18) is a proposed law in Tennessee that aims to establish 'true constitutional carry.' If enacted, it would allow law-abiding citizens to carry firearms openly or concealed anywhere in the state without requiring a permit, provided they legally own the firearm.

Who is sponsoring Tennessee's HB18 bill?

House Bill 18 in Tennessee is sponsored by State Representative Bruce Griffey. He advocates for the bill by stating that law-abiding citizens should not face legal repercussions for exercising their Second Amendment rights for self-defense.

What is the significance of 'true constitutional carry' in Tennessee?

'True constitutional carry' in Tennessee, as proposed by HB18, means that individuals would no longer need a concealed carry permit to carry a handgun openly or concealed. This aims to remove governmental permission requirements for firearm possession for self-defense.

Has Tennessee's Governor supported constitutional carry before?

Yes, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee has expressed support for constitutional carry legislation in the past. He previously stated his pleasure in announcing constitutional carry legislation that protects Second Amendment rights while also increasing penalties for criminals possessing firearms illegally.

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