The bill amends the Second Amendment Protection Act in Wyoming by introducing new provisions that create civil and criminal penalties for governmental entities and law enforcement agencies that violate the act. Specifically, it establishes that these entities are liable for damages resulting from violations of the act, which prohibits the use of state resources to enforce federal regulations regarding firearms, accessories, and ammunition against law-abiding citizens. The bill also clarifies definitions and exceptions, including the ability for public officers to assist federal authorities in certain situations without violating the act.

Key changes include the introduction of a civil penalty of $50,000 for each violation against law-abiding citizens, as well as the ability for interested parties to bring civil actions to enforce the provisions of the act. Additionally, the bill specifies that sovereign immunity cannot be used as a defense in these cases. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026, and includes various definitions to clarify terms such as "law abiding citizen" and "material aid."

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 1-39-103, 1-39-104, 9-14-203