Source: Town Hall
by John R Lott, Jr.
“Picture a single woman driving across state lines at night, fearful that her car will break down and leave her vulnerable. Or imagine a truck driver hauling valuable cargo across the country. In states like California, Illinois, New York, New Jersey, and Oregon (which are among ten states that refuse to recognize concealed handgun permits from other states) these travelers risk being defenseless. Nine states either completely deny or severely limit non-residents’ ability to obtain a license. Last week, the House Judiciary Committee advanced the Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act and is headed to the House floor. This bill would let anyone legally permitted to carry a concealed handgun in their home state do so across state lines, essentially treating concealed carry permits like driver’s licenses. With 21.5 million concealed handgun permit holders in the U.S., the bill would make a major impact.” (04/02/25)