HR 1845 has passed the Pennsylvania Senate unanimously. It had one amendment on it, and will have to go back to the house for a vote, but after that, which should be smooth sailing, it’ll be on to the Governor’s office for a signature, which should be forthcoming. After this:
- Sheriffs will have to issue emergency LTCFs for qualified applicants.
- Carry completely lawful in state parks
- No Katrina like gun confiscations in Pennsylvania.
Job well done for all the parties involved in getting this to passage.
UPDATE: I’m told the house passed it unanimously right after the senate passed it. So all it requires now is Rendell’s John Hancock, and it’s law.
Awesomeness on all counts. And I am more than a little envious about the park carry…
Well done PA.
Link to bill text, please?
Nevermind. Was searching under “HR1845” when it is “HB1845.” Here is the current text:
http://www.legis.state.pa.us/CFDOCS/Legis/PN/Public/btCheck.cfm?txtType=HTM&sessYr=2007&sessInd=0&billBody=H&billTyp=B&billNbr=1845&pn=4528
Now just make sure the sheriffs comply without adding on more restrictions like VA has had so much trouble that counties were doing until they were told otherwise