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Adjourned sine die. The bill was pending when the session ended, so it did not pass.

Last action · February 4, 2025

To Judiciary (H)

Introduced January 7, 2025

House

Adjourned Sine Die

2025 Regular Session

HB93

AN ACT relating to target shooting.

Create a new section of KRS Chapter 237 to define terms; provide that a person shall not target shoot carelessly, recklessly, or without regard for the safety of any person, or in a manner that endangers or is likely to endanger any person, pet, livestock, wildlife, or property; provide exceptions for target shooting at a recreation facility or in an area with an earthen backstop; establish a violation as a Class A misdemeanor.

Corrections Impact Crimes and Punishments Criminal Procedure Firearms and Weapons Local Mandate

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This bill would make it illegal to target shoot carelessly or recklessly in ways that could endanger people, animals, or property in Kentucky. It sets out exceptions for shooting at established recreation facilities or areas with a proper earthen backstop to catch bullets. Violations would be treated as a Class A misdemeanor, which can carry jail time and fines. Who it may affect: recreational shooters, hunters, rural property owners, and people who live near areas where target shooting occurs.

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