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House approves bill removing felony enhancement for concealed items on public transit after safety debate
Summary
After extended floor debate about safety, intent and unclear definitions of 'dangerous weapon,' the House passed HB 67 to eliminate a felony enhancement for concealed weapons on buses and trains; the vote was 59–12.
Representative Thurston, sponsor of HB 67, told colleagues the bill seeks to "eliminate inequities in the treatment of individuals who are carrying weapons in different situations," arguing that concealed peaceful possession should not be enhanced to a felony merely because the person is on public transit.
Several members pressed the sponsor on definitions and public-safety implications. Representative…
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