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Senate approves concealed-carry change after heated debate over training and background checks
Summary
The Utah Senate passed First Substitute House Bill 76, an amendment on concealed weapon carry, after floor debate about training requirements and background checks. Sponsor Senator Christiansen said the bill protects "honest people" while opponents warned it removes safeguards for public safety.
The Utah State Senate voted to pass First Substitute House Bill 76, a measure addressing concealed-weapon carry, after extended debate on the Senate floor.
Senator Ben Christiansen, the bill sponsor, said the measure does not change who may possess firearms but "simply gives honest people the right to do what they cannot do honestly right now," arguing the change is a constitutional protection for law-abiding citizens.…
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