Bill > SB0281

This bill amends the Firearm Owners Identification Card (FOID) Act to provide an important exemption for Illinois residents who are serving in the United States Military and are permanently assigned out of state. Specifically, the bill modifies the existing provisions that allow the Illinois State Police to deny or revoke a FOID card for non-residents by creating a specific exception for military service members who are Illinois residents. Under the current law, non-residents generally cannot obtain a FOID card, but this amendment ensures that Illinois residents in the military who are stationed outside of Illinois can still maintain their FOID card. This change recognizes the unique circumstances of military personnel who are required to serve in locations away from their home state and prevents them from losing their firearm ownership rights due to their mandatory military assignments. The bill takes effect immediately, providing immediate relief and protection for Illinois military service members stationed out of state.

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https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=281&GAID=18&DocTypeID=SB&SessionID=114&GA=104