2022 Regular SessionMaryland Legislature

HB871: Handgun Permit – Preliminary Approval

Legislative Summary

Authorizing a person to apply for preliminary approval of a permit to wear, carry, or transport a handgun without completing a certified firearms training course; and requiring the Secretary of State Police to investigate an application for preliminary approval of a handgun permit, issue preliminary approval if the applicant meets certain requirements, and revoke preliminary approval and deny a handgun permit if an applicant does not complete a firearms training course within 120 days after receipt of preliminary approval.

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Bill History

2/7/2022
First Reading Judiciary
House of Delegates
2/14/2022
Hearing 3/09 at 1:00 p.m.
House of Delegates