Proposes a constitutional amendment relating to firearms

This bill proposes a constitutional amendment to protect the right to own and carry firearms for self-defense and to assist civil authorities. It establishes that restrictions on gun rights must meet a high legal standard known as strict scrutiny, while also allowing laws that ban guns for convicted violent felons or individuals deemed dangerous due to mental health issues. The amendment permits local governments, including St. Louis and Kansas City, to create their own rules on firearm possession and carrying, provided they limit permit fees to cover administrative costs and cap penalties for violations. Additionally, the text explicitly exempts law enforcement officers, judges, and licensed security guards from local gun regulations and recognizes permits issued by other counties.