Yesterday, the Constitutional Rights, Rule of Law & Government Operations Subcommittee voted to advance House Bill 543, the constitutional carry bill. It is now assigned to the Judiciary Committee, which will soon schedule it for a hearing. This puts Florida one step closer to becoming the 26^th constitutional carry state. Please contact committee members and ask them to SUPPORT HB 543.

House Bill 543 constitutional carry strengthens the right to self-defense in Florida by recognizing the right of any law-abiding adult who is at least 21-years-old and legally eligible to obtain a carry permit, to carry a handgun without first having to obtain government permission. This ensures that citizens have their right to self-defense without red tape, delays, or fees. It does not change who is eligible to obtain a carry permit. It also does not affect previously issued permits, and allows citizens who still wish to obtain a permit in order to carry in other states recognizing Florida’s permits, to do so.

NRA-ILA will keep you updated as HB 543 is scheduled for a hearing. Again, please contact committee members asking them to SUPPORT HB 543.