Governor JB Pritzker is scheduled to sign two pivotal gun safety bills into law on Monday in Chicago that aim to enhance firearm regulations in Illinois. The legislation includes SB 8, known as the Safe Gun Storage Act, which mandates that gun owners securely store their firearms when minors or individuals deemed “at risk” are present in the home.
Additionally, HB 1373 requires law enforcement agencies to utilize a federal tracing system for tracking firearms, aiming to support investigations and accountability. The signing ceremony takes place at 11 a.m. in the West Loop, marking a significant step in the state’s ongoing efforts to bolster gun safety measures amid rising concerns about gun-related incidents.
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