Florida Governor Urges Legalization of Open Carry of Handguns

Gov. Ron DeSantis urges Republican lawmakers in Florida to pass legislation legalizing open carry of handguns after previously signing concealed carry legislation. Gun Owners of America filed suit against Florida for not having an open carry provision. DeSantis and his wife are in support of open carry.

Changes in Hawaii Gun Laws and the Open Carry of Non-Firearm Weapons

Hawaii gun laws changed after a 2022 U.S. Supreme Court decision, allowing open carry of non-firearm weapons. Members of Hawaii Firearms Coalition now carry traditional weapons in public, generating both cultural connections and concerns about increased weapon usage.

Gun Owners of America lawsuit against Florida's ban on open carry

Gun Owners of America (GOA) is suing Florida over its ban on open carry of firearms, arguing it infringes on Second Amendment rights. Unlike other states with constitutional carry, Florida only allows concealed carry without a permit. GOA's complaint cites historical tradition and the Bruen test to challenge the ban.

South Carolina Gun Law Bill

South Carolina is close to approving a bill allowing open carry of guns without a permit, with stiffer penalties for those who violate rules. The bill includes free gun training for concealed weapons permits and has faced opposition from some lawmakers and law enforcement.