Advocates for gun safety measures cheer Georgia governor’s veto

By: Ross Williams

Outlets: Georgia Recorder

Published: May 13, 2026

Words: 773

Last Updated: 2 months, 2 weeks ago

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Gov. Brian Kemp has vetoed a bill that would have blocked local governments from punishing motorists for keeping firearms unsecured in parked cars.

Senate Bill 204 targeted ordinances like one passed in Savannah that makes motorists liable for up to a $1,000 fine and 30 days in jail for leaving a gun in an unlocked vehicle.

In a statement, Kemp said he was vetoing the legislation because it would open law enforcement officers …

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