Bill
LC 4195
Overview: Bill Number: LC 4195, Title: Revise laws related to shooting ranges, Status: (LC) Draft Died in Process, Introduced: December 28, 2024Purpose and Intent: The primary purp
Overview: Bill Number: LC 4195, Title: Revise laws related to shooting ranges, Status: (LC) Draft Died in Process, Introduced: December 28, 2024
Purpose and Intent: The primary purpose of this bill is to update and clarify the state's laws regarding the operation and regulation of shooting ranges. The legislation aims to provide a more comprehensive legal framework for the establishment, maintenance, and use of these facilities, while addressing concerns related to public safety and environmental protection.
Key Provisions:
- Defines "shooting range" and establishes criteria for what qualifies as a legal shooting range under state law
- Requires shooting ranges to obtain a permit from the state and comply with various safety and environmental regulations
- Grants legal protections to shooting ranges against nuisance lawsuits and complaints related to noise, lead contamination, or other environmental impacts
- Allows for the creation of "safety zones" around shooting ranges to restrict certain activities and land uses in the surrounding area
- Provides tax incentives and other financial assistance to encourage the development and maintenance of shooting ranges
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Owners and operators of shooting ranges would be subject to the new permitting and regulatory requirements, but would also benefit from the legal protections and financial incentives
- Individuals and communities living near shooting ranges may be impacted by the establishment of safety zones and other restrictions
- Law enforcement and public safety agencies would be responsible for enforcing the new shooting range regulations
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
- This bill was introduced in the state legislature as a draft (LC) but did not progress further and died in the legislative process.
- No specific timeline or next steps are provided, as the bill did not advance.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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