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SB 355

Relating to the notice given by a property owner prohibiting certain persons from carrying certain firearms on the property.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Sarah Eckhardt and 1 co-sponsor

Establishes how property owners must formally notify people that firearms are prohibited on their property, defining legal notice procedures.

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Bill Summary · SB 355

Legislative bill overview

SB 355 establishes procedures for property owners to formally notify individuals that they are prohibited from carrying firearms on their property. The bill clarifies what constitutes legal notice and the methods by which property owners can communicate these restrictions to would-be gun carriers.

Why is this important

This bill addresses the intersection of property rights and Second Amendment protections by defining how owners can enforce firearm restrictions on their land. It has implications for both property owner liability and the legal validity of "no guns" policies on private property, which affects everything from private businesses to residential areas.

Potential points of contention

  • Property rights vs. gun rights: Dispute over how much authority property owners should have to restrict constitutional carry rights on their own land
  • Notice requirements clarity: Disagreement over what constitutes adequate notice—whether signs, verbal warnings, or written documents are sufficient and legally binding
  • Liability implications: Uncertainty about whether property owners face legal consequences if someone carrying a firearm causes harm on posted property, or conversely, if gun owners face penalties for carrying on posted property

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

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