Bill > SB2404

This bill amends the Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Confidentiality Act to add additional requirements for medical professionals involved in evaluating patients for Firearm Owner's Identification (FOID) card eligibility. Specifically, the bill requires that any physician, clinical psychologist, or qualified examiner who is evaluating a patient's ability to receive or retain a FOID card must be trained and certified in mental illness and treating suicidal tendencies. The bill also mandates that the Department of Human Services establish and adopt rules specifying the minimum number of evaluations a patient must undergo before a determination about their FOID card status can be made. The goal of these provisions appears to be ensuring more comprehensive and qualified mental health assessments when considering an individual's firearm ownership rights, with an emphasis on thorough evaluation and professional expertise in identifying potential mental health risks. These changes are part of a broader effort to balance individual rights with public safety concerns, particularly in the context of mental health and firearm ownership.

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https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=2404&GAID=18&DocTypeID=SB&SessionID=114&GA=104