#1
#1 out of 2
politics12h ago
Georgia lawmakers move to strike Savannah ban on guns in unlocked cars
- Georgia Senate approves SB 204, a bill to void Savannah’s gun-storage in unlocked cars ordinance.
- The measure would bar localities from regulating firearm storage and let owners sue municipalities.
- Savannah’s 2024 ordinance targeted gun storage in unlocked vehicles with penalties up to $1,000 or 30 days in jail.
- Supporters argue the bill protects gun rights and prevents punishing owners after thefts.
- Savannah Mayor Van Johnson indicated compliance if the bill becomes law, ending enforcement of the ordinance.
- Colton Moore left the Senate to run for Congress, reinforcing political shifts around the bill.
- The bill moves to Governor Kemp for final decision, potential veto or signing.
- Savannah officials argued the ordinance aimed at preventing gun thefts and improving safety.
- The measure builds on state law by adding the word 'storage' to bar local regulation.
Vote 0
