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Bill boosts protections for Idaho gun makers, carriers

Published February 7, 2022 9:05 AM

By KEITH RIDLER
Associated Press

BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Legislation to enhance protections for gun makers, sellers and weapons carriers during declared emergencies in Idaho is heading to the full Senate. The Senate State Affairs Committee on Monday voted to approve the measure that alters the state’s disaster preparedness act by prohibiting the closing of gun-related businesses during emergencies. Republican Gov. Brad Little issued a temporary stay-at-home order in early 2020 because of the coronavirus pandemic. Some workers and businesses were declared essential and allowed to continue, including gun businesses. The new law would make sure they stay open under future governors. The legislation also prevents Idaho’s concealed weapons laws from being circumvented.

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