Republican lawmakers in Illinois introduce House Bill 3139, aiming to extend the validity of firearm identification and concealed carry cards to a lifetime. The proposal permits cardholders to maintain their IDs without the need for periodic renewals, simplifying the process and allowing auto-renewals by the Illinois State Police unless eligibility concerns arise.
The bill, if passed, will update existing laws that currently mandate renewals every ten years for firearm IDs and every five for concealed carry licenses. For a minimal fee of $5, individuals can update or replace these IDs, making compliance more accessible while enhancing record-keeping with the requirement to notify the state police of any address changes.
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