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yep, started the hearing on bills about 1050 on Thursday morning. I left at about 0400 Friday morning and they were still in session.

Multiple witnesses made the point that the LTC needed to remain for both reciprocity as well as for bypassing the NICS. Dr. Lott provided testimony that CHL/CCW/LTC numbers actually increased in those states that have passed permit-less carry.

Well, I was there. Did not leave the Capital until well after 2AM. Testimony on HB1238 was overwhelmingly supportive with a lead off witness of Dr. John Lott who provided detailed analysis of crime, suicide statistics, accidental shooting statistics and much more for states with and without permit-less carry as well as comparisons with other countries. He stated that he was not speaking for or against the bill, but was neutral and providing statistical information. His information de-bunked every one of the arguments against passing this bill. In truth, though it was great to see the number of speakers supporting, all they really had to do was say, "you heard Dr. Lott. There is no reason NOT to pass this bill." Best part was seeing a very dejected group of Moms Demand Action looking very sad and getting in the elevator to leave.

Would have been nice to have had this bill earlier in the day, but testimony on HB88 (George Floyd bill) took almost 7 hours and bottled everything up. Let me just say that some parts of that testimony got very interesting.........