Proposes a constitutional amendment relating to firearms

This bill proposes a constitutional amendment to Missouri that would affirm the right of citizens to keep and bear arms while allowing local governments to regulate firearms. It repeals the current state constitutional provision on this topic and replaces it with new language that permits counties and cities to enact their own ordinances regarding the possession, carrying, or transfer of guns. Under the proposed rules, localities could issue permits with fees limited to administrative costs, require background checks, and set penalties for violations that do not exceed a $1,000 fine or one year in jail. The amendment also explicitly allows these local regulations to apply to nonresidents and includes exemptions for law enforcement, judges, and certain security personnel. Additionally, the text clarifies that convicted violent felons and individuals deemed a danger due to mental health issues would remain prohibited from possessing firearms.