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Introduced
01/24/2025
01/24/2025
In Committee
01/24/2025
01/24/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act. Eliminates language providing that no person may acquire or possess firearm ammunition within the State without having in his or her possession a Firearm Owner's Identification Card previously issued in his or her name by the Illinois State Police under the provisions of the Act. Eliminates language providing that no person may knowingly transfer, or cause to be transferred, any firearm ammunition to any person within the State unless the transferee with whom the person deals displays either: (1) a currently valid Firearm Owner's Identification Card which has previously been issued in his or her name by the Illinois State Police under the provisions of the Act; or (2) a currently valid license to carry a concealed firearm which has previously been issued in his or her name by the Illinois State Police under the Firearm Concealed Carry Act. Makes conforming changes. Effective immediately.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act to eliminate requirements related to ammunition purchases and transfers in Illinois. Specifically, the bill removes provisions that previously mandated individuals must possess a Firearm Owner's Identification (FOID) Card to acquire or possess ammunition within the state, and eliminates restrictions on transferring ammunition to another person. The changes mean that residents will no longer need to show a FOID Card or concealed carry license when purchasing or receiving ammunition, effectively making ammunition transactions less regulated. The bill also removes language requiring ammunition sellers to verify the identification and licensing status of buyers, and deletes provisions about shipping ammunition to in-state addresses. These modifications represent a significant loosening of ammunition-related restrictions in Illinois, making it easier for residents to obtain and transfer ammunition without prior documentation or background checks. The bill takes effect immediately upon becoming law, which means these changes will be implemented right away.
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Chris Balkema (on 05/16/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=1209&GAID=18&DocTypeID=SB&SessionID=114&GA=104 |
| BillText | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/104/SB/10400SB1209.htm |
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