The Illinois House has rejected a measure that would require $1 million in liability insurance for people carrying concealed weapons.
Lawmakers voted 34-74 against Rep. Kenneth Dunkin’s plan. It was among seven amendments on gun issues that legislators debated Tuesday as they consider a court-ordered law allowing conceal-and-carry.
Chicago Democrat Dunkin says an insurance policy would cost $500 to $2,000.
Republicans complained that’s too expensive for citizens exercising a constitutional right. And they argued insurance companies don’t write the policies anyway.
In December, a federal court struck down Illinois’ concealed-carry ban and gave lawmakers until June 8 to adopt a law.
The House has begun weekly floor sessions allowing lawmakers to propose gun measures.
The bill is House Bill 1155.
Topics Legislation Illinois
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