The Supreme Court heard arguments in Wolford v. Lopez on January 20, 2026, challenging Hawaii’s law that bans concealed carry permit holders from bringing firearms into any business open to the public — unless the owner explicitly posts a sign welcoming guns. Several conservative justices expressed skepticism, noting Hawaii appeared to treat the Second Amendment as a “second-class right” compared to other constitutional protections. A decision is expected by late June 2026.
Source: SCOTUSblog — Wolford v. Lopez
Discussion question: If the Court strikes down Hawaii’s law, do you think businesses should be able to post “no firearms” signs — or should licensed carry be the default everywhere unless prohibited by law?