Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY) has introduced H.R. 9534, the National Constitutional Carry Act, aiming to protect Americans’ Second Amendment rights across the country.
This legislation ensures that citizens can carry firearms in public without interference from state or local governments.
Today, I introduced HR 9534, the National Constitutional Carry Act.
— Thomas Massie (@RepThomasMassie) September 11, 2024
No one should have to beg the government to exercise a constitutionally protected right anywhere in the country. pic.twitter.com/xSI0Ed21ul
“I’m fortunate to live in a state where people are free to exercise their right to keep and bear arms without begging the government or paying a fee,” said Rep. Thomas Massie in a press release obtained by GunsAmerica.
“Unfortunately, not every American enjoys the same right to carry firearms in public because some states and localities infringe upon this right through a variety of criminal, civil, and regulatory penalties, he continued.
“By prohibiting state or local restrictions on the right to bear arms, H.R. 9534 upholds the original purpose of the Second Amendment—to ensure the security of a free state—while safeguarding individual liberties against government infringement,” he concluded.
Massie’s bill has two key provisions.
First, it prevents any state or political subdivision from punishing eligible individuals for carrying firearms in public.
Second, it nullifies existing laws or regulations that penalize or discourage carrying firearms.
The bill applies nationwide, covering all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and U.S. territories, ensuring consistent protection for all Americans.
The National Constitutional Carry Act has garnered support from major gun rights organizations.
Hunter King, Director of Political Affairs at the National Association for Gun Rights (NAGR), said, “Currently, 29 states have adopted constitutional carry laws, yet contrary to the warnings of gun control advocates, there’s no evidence of rampant violence or ‘wild west’ scenarios.”
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“Instead, crime rates either remain stable or show a decline,” he pointed out. “With numerous states affirming citizens’ rights to bear arms without excessive government regulation, it’s about time Congress follows suit.”
The bill has gained several original cosponsors, including Reps. Kelly Armstrong (R-ND), Lauren Boebert (R-CO), Chip Roy (R-TX), and Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA), among others.
With the backing of gun rights advocates and a group of strong congressional supporters, H.R. 9534 represents an applaudable push to expand constitutional carry nationwide.
Of course, in reality, there’s prolly little chance it sees the light of day. Too many anti-gunners in Congress at the present moment.
The text of Rep. Massie’s legislation is available at this link.
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