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SJR 118

SJR 118 - This constitutional amendment, if approved by the voters, repeals provisions relating to the right to bear arms and provides that in accordance with the laws of the United States, any county, St. Louis City, or Kansas City, may enact ordinances regulating permits for the possession of a firearm and requiring background checks. Any such ordinance shall exempt any active duty or retired law enforcement officer, any full-time judge, or any person required to be armed as a condition of employment. Any penalty shall not exceed $1,000 or one year imprisonment. This amendment is identical to SJR 36 (2025), HJR 144 (2024), and HJR 140 (2024). TRISTAN BENSON, JR.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Maggie Nurrenbern

Missouri constitutional resolution proposing modifications to Second Amendment protections; specific changes not yet publicly detailed as of first reading stage.

Second Read and Referred S Transportation, Infrastructure and Public Safety Committee
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Bill Summary · SJR 118

Legislative bill overview

SJR 118 is a Missouri constitutional resolution that would modify state constitutional provisions related to Second Amendment rights. The bill is in early legislative stages (first read as of February 2026) and its specific modifications are not detailed in the available information.

Why is this important

Constitutional resolutions carry significant weight as they propose changes to fundamental state law rather than statutory amendments. Any modification to Second Amendment protections or regulations could affect firearm ownership rights, permit requirements, or restrictions for Missouri residents and potentially influence how courts interpret gun rights in the state.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of modification unclear – Without specific amendment language available, it's difficult to assess whether this expands or restricts gun rights, creating uncertainty about actual legislative intent
  • Constitutional amendment threshold – Constitutional resolutions typically require supermajority support and voter approval, suggesting this represents a substantial policy shift that would face heightened scrutiny
  • Preemption and local authority – Changes could affect the balance between state-level gun rights protections and local municipal authority to regulate firearms

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

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