Constitutional right to carry a firearm recognized.

HF 2413 removes the requirement for a permit to carry a firearm in most public places in Minnesota, recognizing the Second Amendment right as stated in the bill. It directly affects law-abiding adults who are not prohibited from firearm possession under state or federal law, allowing them to carry openly or concealed without a permit in public spaces (excluding homes, businesses, gun shops, and specific outdoor areas for hunting). The bill adds a "no permit required" section (subd. 1c) while creating an optional permit system (subd. 1d) for those who want one, with requirements including safety training, age 21+, and background checks. It repeals existing permit-related provisions (subdivisions 1a, 1b, 16) and amends statutes to reflect these changes.