John,

Eric has been BUSY in 2022 so far, signing a number of pro-Hoosier bills that give our citizens more freedom over their lives.

Today, we’re excited to let you know that he has signed HEA 1296, which officially grants Hoosiers the right to carry a handgun without a permit. 

Here’s what Governor Holcomb said about signing HEA 1296:

“The Second Amendment has been debated for years, yet time and again our U.S. Supreme Court has reaffirmed this important constitutional right that I fully support. Twenty-three other states have laws comparable to HEA 1296. Vermont has had a constitutional carry law in place since it became a state, and several other states have had a similar law for more than a decade. HEA 1296, which I've signed today, entrusts Hoosiers who can lawfully carry a handgun to responsibly do so within our State.

It’s important to note that if a person is prohibited, under federal or state laws, from possessing a firearm before this law goes into effect, that person will still be prohibited. And if a prohibited person has a firearm, he or she can be prosecuted. Firearm permits will remain available, without fee, to anyone who wants or needs one, such as Hoosiers desiring to carry a firearm to, through or in another state that has reciprocity with Indiana.” – Governor Eric J. Holcomb

John, Governor Holcomb is proud to make Indiana the 24th state in America to pass permit-less carry into law.

As always, Eric will continue his work to make Indiana the BEST state in America, and he’s so happy to have your support along the way.

Sincerely,

Holcomb Crew