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HB 63

Carrying a Handgun, Weapon, or Firearm

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Christine Hunschofsky

Florida bill HB 63 on handgun carry regulations was withdrawn before introduction after committee referrals in October 2025.

Withdrawn prior to introduction
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Bill Summary · HB 63

Legislative bill overview

HB 63 was a Florida bill introduced by Christine Hunschofsky that addressed regulations concerning carrying handguns, weapons, or firearms. The bill was referred to both the Criminal Justice Subcommittee and Judiciary Committee in October 2025 but was withdrawn prior to formal introduction in November 2025, meaning it never advanced to substantive debate.

Why is this important

Firearm carry legislation directly affects public safety policy, Second Amendment rights, and law enforcement practices. Changes to handgun carry rules can significantly impact crime prevention strategies, self-defense availability, and community safety measures—making such bills consequential for Florida residents regardless of their position on gun rights.

Potential points of contention

  • Second Amendment interpretation: Disagreement over whether proposed regulations constitute reasonable restrictions or unconstitutional infringement
  • Public safety vs. individual rights: Tension between gun access for self-defense and concerns about firearm-related injuries or criminal use
  • Implementation and enforcement: Questions about how carry regulations would be enforced and whether they would create administrative burdens on citizens or law enforcement

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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