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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
02/10/2026
02/10/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the Firearm Concealed Carry Act. Provides that a non-resident may carry a handgun under the Act if the non-resident is 21 years of age or older, has a license or permit in a state whose training requirements are substantially similar to those under the Act or to residents of contiguous states if a reciprocal agreement has been entered into, the license or permit holder is not a resident of Illinois, and the license or permit holder is a legal resident of the United States. Provides that a non-resident is subject to the same laws and restrictions as a license holder under the Act. Provides that if a resident of another state who is permitted to carry under this provision establishes legal residence in this State, the license or permit shall be valid in this State for 90 days following the date on which the holder of the license or permit establishes legal residence in this State. Effective immediately.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Firearm Concealed Carry Act to allow non-residents to carry handguns in Illinois under certain conditions, a concept known as reciprocity. Specifically, a non-resident must be at least 21 years old, possess a valid concealed carry license or permit from their home state, not be an Illinois resident, and be a legal resident of the United States. The Illinois State Police will recognize permits from states with training requirements substantially similar to Illinois's or from contiguous states (Iowa, Missouri, Wisconsin, Indiana, or Kentucky) if a reciprocal agreement is in place, meaning those states also recognize Illinois concealed carry licenses. Non-residents carrying under this provision are subject to the same laws and restrictions as Illinois license holders. If a non-resident who is legally carrying a handgun in Illinois establishes residency in the state, their out-of-state permit will remain valid for 90 days, during which time they are expected to obtain an Illinois concealed carry license.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
To Firearms (on 02/18/2026)
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