Pending and enacted firearms legislation by state
This tracker displays legislation from the current session.
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Last action: Bill Electronically Reproduced 08/27/2026 (2026-09-01)
Sponsor: Mike Hoadley R
Weapons: firearms; sentencing guidelines; update. Amends sec. 16m of 1927 PA 175 (MCL 777.16m). TIE BAR WITH: HB 6285'26
Last action: Bill Electronically Reproduced 08/27/2026 (2026-09-01)
Sponsor: James DeSana R
Weapons: firearms; regulations regarding silencers, shotguns, and short-barreled rifles; eliminate. Amends secs. 222, 224 & 231 of 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.222 et seq.) & repeals sec. 224b of 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.24b).
Last action: Senate amendments concurred in. To Engrossing and Enrolling. (2026-08-31)
Sponsor: Rebecca Bauer-Kahan D
An act to add Title 21.1 (commencing with Section 3273.631) to Part 4 of Division 3 of the Civil Code, relating to firearms.
Last action: Senate amendments concurred in. To Engrossing and Enrolling. (2026-08-30)
Sponsor: Catherine Stefani D
An act to amend Sections 25570, 26392, 26406, 26577, and 27922 of, and to add Section 25010 to, the Penal Code, relating to firearms.
Last action: Enrolled and presented to the Governor at 6 p.m. (2026-08-30)
Sponsor: Jesse Arreguin D
An act to amend Sections 27560, 28235, and 31615 of, and to add Section 31640.5 to, the Penal Code, relating to firearms.
Last action: Enrolled and presented to the Governor at 6 p.m. (2026-08-30)
Sponsor: Melissa Hurtado D
An act to amend Section 29805 of the Penal Code, relating to firearms.
Last action: Enrolled and presented to the Governor at 3:30 p.m. (2026-08-28)
Sponsor: Buffy Wicks D
An act to amend Section 11108.3 of the Penal Code, relating to firearms.
Last action: Senate amendments concurred in. To Engrossing and Enrolling. (Ayes 63. Noes 5.). (2026-08-27)
Sponsor: Catherine Stefani D
An act to amend Sections 527, 527.8, 527.85, 527.9, 527.11, and 527.12 of, and to add Section 527.13 to, the Code of Civil Procedure, to amend Sections 6380, 6380.5, 6383, 6401, and 6402 of, and to add Section 6403.5 to, the Family Code, to amend, repeal, and add Section 26666.10 of the Government Code, and to amend Sections 273.75, 422.85, 422.865, 16520, 18120, 18120.5, 18205, 29805, and 29825 of, to amend, repeal, and add Section 422.88 of, and to add Sections 136.26 and 29813.5 to, the Penal Code, relating to protective orders.
Last action: Enrolled and presented to the Governor at 4 p.m. (2026-08-27)
Sponsor: Mike Gipson D
An act to amend Section 29820 of the Penal Code, and to amend Sections 786, 8103, and 8105 of the Welfare and Institutions Code, relating to firearms.
Last action: Senate amendments concurred in. To Engrossing and Enrolling. (Ayes 78. Noes 0.). (2026-08-27)
Sponsor: Stephanie Nguyen D
An act to amend Section 32000 of the Penal Code, relating to firearms.
Last action: Senate amendments concurred in. To Engrossing and Enrolling. (Ayes 78. Noes 0.). (2026-08-26)
Sponsor: Mike Gipson D
An act to amend Sections 32289.6, 48986, and 49604 of, and to repeal Sections 49391 and 49392 of, the Education Code, relating to pupil safety.
Last action: Bill Electronically Reproduced 08/11/2026 (2026-08-25)
Sponsor: Phil Green R
Natural resources: hunting; requirements for bear bait barrel permit; provide for. Amends sec. 43528 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.43528).
Last action: Died on Table, Session ended 08/19/2026 House Journal 16 (2026-08-20)
Sponsor: Jay Markell R
Relative to the possession of firearms following a court order requiring surrender of firearms and ammunition.
Last action: Died on Table, Session ended 08/19/2026 House Journal 16 (2026-08-20)
Sponsor: Donald McFarlane R
Enabling a person to carry a firearm on a snowmobile being operated on private property.
Last action: Died on Table, Session ended 08/19/2026 House Journal 16 (2026-08-20)
Sponsor: Tom Mannion R
Providing that an individual's use of therapeutic cannabis shall not disqualify the individual from the purchase, ownership, or possession of a firearm.
Last action: Ordered to inactive file at the request of Senator Ashby. (2026-08-17)
Sponsor: Catherine Stefani D
An act to add Section 10334.1 to the Public Contract Code, relating to public contracts.
Last action: In committee: Held under submission. (2026-08-13)
Sponsor: Marc Berman D
An act to amend Sections 26715, 26720, 28460, and 29055 of the Penal Code, relating to firearms.
Last action: Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Scott Doody (2026-07-15)
Sponsor: John Cabello R
Repeals the provisions of Public Act 102-1116 that make amendatory changes to the Firearms Restraining Order Act that provide that a petitioner for a firearms restraining order may request a plenary firearms restraining order of up to one-year, but not less than 6 months (restores the 6 months provision). Repeals provisions that the firearms restraining order may be renewed for an additional period of up to one year. Repeals amendatory provisions of the Criminal Code of 2012 making it unlawful, beginning January 1, 2024, for any person within the State to knowingly possess an assault weapon, assault weapon attachment, .50 caliber rifle, or .50 caliber cartridge, with exemptions. Repeals provisions that make it unlawful for any person within the State to knowingly manufacture, deliver, sell, purchase, or cause to be manufactured, delivered, sold, or purchased a large capacity ammunition feeding device, with specified exemptions. Repeals amendatory provisions of the Criminal Code of 2012 that prohibit the manufacture, possession, sale, or offer to sell, purchase, manufacture, import, transfer, or use any device, part, kit, tool, accessory, or combination of parts that is designed to and functions to increase the rate of fire of a semiautomatic firearm above the standard rate of fire for semiautomatic firearms that is not equipped with that device, part, or combination of parts. Repeals amendatory provisions of the Freedom of Information Act that exempt from disclosure under the Act certain information concerning assault weapons endorsements received by the Illinois State Police. Effective immediately.
Last action: Referred to Education (2026-07-09)
Sponsor: Anita Kulik D
An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in terms and courses of study, providing for hunting and trapping education; and imposing duties on the Pennsylvania Game Commission.
Last action: Referred to Education (2026-07-09)
Sponsor: James Andrew Malone D
An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in terms and courses of study, providing for hunting and trapping education; and imposing duties on the Department of Education and the Pennsylvania Game Commission.
Last action: Re-committed to Appropriations (2026-07-01)
Sponsor: Frank Burns D
An Act designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 68687, carrying Pennsylvania Route 271 over a tributary of Blacklick Creek in Blacklick Township, Cambria County, as the Martin J. Kupchella Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 69488, carrying State Route 3005 over North Witmer Run in Irvona Borough, Clearfield County, as the World War II Veteran Pvt. Wilbur Russell Rea Memorial Bridge; designating the bridge, identified as Bridge Key 11527, carrying Pennsylvania Route 729 over Gazzam Run in Jordan Township, Clearfield County, as the PFC Raymond Lee McGarvey Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 25406, carrying Pennsylvania Route 346 over Willow Creek in Corydon Township, McKean County, as the Private First Class Bruce A. Cobb Memorial Bridge; designating the bridge, identified as Bridge Key 5662, carrying Pennsylvania Route 866 over the Frankstown Branch of the Juniata River in Catharine Township, Blair County, as the Sergeant Edward Vernon McChessney Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 11669, carrying Quehanna Highway over Mosquito Creek, Karthaus Township, Clearfield County, as the Gerald Reiter and Leon Hahn Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 52427, carrying Pennsylvania Route 970 over the West Branch of the Susquehanna River in Bradford Township, Clearfield County, as the Ashley E. Woolridge Memorial Bridge; designating a portion of Pennsylvania Route 405 from segment 0270/offset 2380 to segment 220/offset 2306 on Pennsylvania Route 44 in Delaware Township and Watsontown Borough in Northumberland County as the PFC Richard F. "Ricky" Ritter Memorial Highway; designating a portion of Pennsylvania Route 18 from the intersection with 37th Street to the intersection with Wallace Run Road in Beaver Falls, Beaver County, as the Sgt. Allan R. Bevington Memorial Highway; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 11231, on that portion of Pennsylvania Route 53 over the Beaver Run River, Houtzdale Borough, Clearfield County, as the Cpl. Melvin Philip "Dutch" Henry Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 31485, on that portion of Pennsylvania Route 601 in Paint Borough, Somerset County, as the Staff Sergeant John P. Parks Memorial Bridge; designating a portion of Pennsylvania Route 232 from the intersection with Bustleton Pike to the intersection with Almshouse Road in Northampton Township, Bucks County, as the Captain designating bridges, identified as Bridge Keys 3973/42427, Walter Harrison Sigafoos III Memorial Highway; carrying U.S. Route 30 over the Raystown Branch of the Juniata River in Snake Spring Township, Bedford County, as the Victor E. Kidd Memorial Bridge; designating the portion of U.S. Route 222 from the intersection with Dries Road in Maidencreek Township to the intersection with Kempsville Road in Richmond Township, Berks County, as the Chief Jeffory L. Buck and Assistant Chief Robert R. Shick, Jr., Memorial Highway; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 42872, carrying State Route 4013 over Norfolk Southern Railroad and 8th Avenue in the City of Altoona, Blair County, as the Vietnam War Veteran Sgt. Calvin G. Maguire Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 8546, carrying State Route 1001 over RJ Corman Railroad in Allegheny Township, Cambria County, as the Technician 5th Grade Bernard C. Strohmier Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 53749, carrying Pennsylvania Route 234 over the Conewago Creek in Franklin Township, Adams County, as the Firefighter Adam E. Cole Memorial Bridge; designating the bridge, identified as Bridge Key 48742, carrying State Route 4009 over Fox Run in Northern Cambria Borough, Cambria County, as the Sgt. Elwood Eugene Rumbaugh Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 8455, on that portion of U.S. Route 219 over Palestine Road in Adams Township, Cambria County, as the Sgt. Jason Dale Kriedler Memorial Bridge; designating a portion of State Route 1008 in Fayetteville, Franklin County, as the Fire Chief James W. Cutchall Memorial Highway; providing for Pennsylvania and National Medal of Honor Highway; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 9258, carrying Pennsylvania Route 45 over Elk Creek in Millheim Borough, Centre County, as the Lt. Col. Kenneth D. Royer Memorial Bridge; designating bridges, identified as Bridge Keys 31407 and 31408, carrying U.S. Route 219 over U.S. Route 30 in Jenner Township, Somerset County, as the Corporal Robert L. Haines Memorial Bridge; designating the bridge, identified as Bridge Key 52616, carrying Pennsylvania Route 555 over Kersey Run in Jay Township, Elk County, as the Weedville World War II Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 19186, carrying Pennsylvania Route 580 over Cush Cushion Creek in Green Township, Indiana County, as the Private Robert M. Pittman Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 8387, carrying Pennsylvania Route 53 over Patty's Run in Gallitzin Township, Cambria County, as the USMCWR Mary A. Lidwell Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 8514, carrying Pennsylvania Route 271 over North Branch Blacklick Creek in Barr Township, Cambria County, as the Brown Brothers Memorial Bridge; designating a portion of Pennsylvania Route 611 from the intersection with Old Easton Road to the intersection with Kellers Church Road in Plumstead Township, Bucks County, as the Joseph Kay Memorial Highway; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 8612, carrying U.S. Route 22 in Cresson Township, Cambria County, as the PFC Stanley J. Lassak Memorial Bridge; designating a portion of U.S. Routes 22 and 322 beginning at U.S. Route 322, segment 772/offset 1795, in Centre County and ending at U.S. Route 22, segment 573/offset 2625 in Mifflin County, as the J. Doyle Corman Memorial Highway; designating a portion of Pennsylvania Route 45, from the intersection of Pennsylvania Route 26, Segment 0140, Offset 0000, in Pine Grove Mills, Centre County, to U.S. Business Route 322, Segment 0240, Offset 0000, in Boalsburg, Centre County, as the Sergeant Adam Hartswick Highway; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 36355, on that portion of Pennsylvania Route 993 over Brush Creek in North Huntingdon Township, Westmoreland County, as the Brian Keefer Memorial Bridge; designating a portion of Pennsylvania Route 11 from the intersection with Central Road to the intersection with Lows Road in Bloomsburg, Columbia County, as the Rich Ridgway Memorial Highway; and making repeals.
Last action: Passed By Senate. Votes: 15 YES 6 NO (2026-07-01)
Sponsor: Kendra Johnson D
An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Firearms.
Last action: Passed By Senate. Votes: 21 YES (2026-07-01)
Sponsor: Krista Griffith D
An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Possession And Purchase Of Deadly Weapons By Persons Prohibited.
Last action: Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Terri Bryant (2026-06-30)
Sponsor: Neil Anderson R
Repeals the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act. Amends various Acts to make conforming changes. Effective immediately.
Last action: Passed By Senate. Votes: 14 YES 7 NO (2026-06-30)
Sponsor: David Sokola D
An Act To Amend Title 11, Title 16, And Title 24 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Deadly Weapons Dealers.
Last action: Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Terri Bryant (2026-06-30)
Sponsor: Neil Anderson R
Amends the Firearm Concealed Carry Act. Provides that the prohibition against a licensee carrying a firearm into any building, parking area, or portion of a building under the control of an officer of the executive or legislative branch of government does not apply to any rest areas under the control of the Department of Transportation or to buildings located in rest areas under the control of the Department of Transportation. Eliminates a provision that a licensee shall not knowingly carry a firearm on any bus, train, or form of transportation paid for in whole or in part with public funds, and any building, real property, and parking area under the control of a public transportation facility paid for in whole or in part with public funds. Eliminates a provision that a licensee shall not knowingly carry a firearm in any public park, athletic area, or athletic facility under the control of a municipality or park district. Effective immediately.
Last action: Passed By House. Votes: 40 YES 1 ABSENT (2026-06-30)
Sponsor: Elizabeth Lockman D
An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Deadly Weapons.
Last action: Laid on the table (Pursuant to Senate Rule 9) (2026-06-25)
Sponsor: Cris Dush R
An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses), 23 (Domestic Relations) and 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in inchoate crimes, further providing for the offense of possession of firearm or other dangerous weapon in court facility; in firearms and other dangerous articles, further providing for relinquishment of firearms and firearm licenses by convicted persons, repealing provisions relating to firearms not to be carried without a license and to carrying loaded weapons other than firearms, providing for license not required, further providing for prohibited conduct during emergency, repealing provisions relating to carrying firearms on public streets or public property in Philadelphia, providing for sportsman's firearm permit and further providing for licenses, for sale or transfer of firearms, for antique firearms and for proof of license and exception; in protection from abuse, further providing for relief; in hunting and furtaking, further providing for cooperation after lawfully killing big game; in protection of property and persons, further providing for loaded firearms in vehicles; and making editorial changes.
Last action: Sent to the Governor (2026-06-25)
Sponsor: Mary Gill D
Amends the Fish and Aquatic Life Code. In provisions concerning fishing licenses, provides that the holder of a lifetime fishing or hunting license or a lifetime sportsmen's combination license that was purchased on or after January 1, 2027 must pay the corresponding resident or non-resident fee when purchasing any permits or stamps required under the Code or the Wildlife Code based on the license holder's current permanent abode when purchasing the permit or stamp. Further provides that, if the lifetime license holder does not live in Illinois at the time of application for any lotteries, drawings, permits, or stamps that are issued or held pursuant to the Code, the Wildlife Code, or any administrative rules issued pursuant to the Code or the Wildlife Code, that lifetime license holder shall be considered a non-resident for purposes of all lotteries, drawings, permits, or stamps issued or held pursuant to the Code, the Wildlife Code, or any administrative rules issued pursuant to the Code or the Wildlife Code. Provides that the Department of Natural Resources shall suspend the privileges of any person who pleads guilty to, is found guilty of, or receives court supervision for a violation of provisions concerning fee fishing areas. Provides that the Department may refuse to issue, refuse to renew, suspend, or revoke any license issued under the Code if the Department finds that the licensed area or its operator is not in compliance with these requirements. Makes other changes.
Last action: Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Kelly M. Cassidy (2026-06-24)
Sponsor: Justin Slaughter D
Creates the Responsible Gun Manufacturing Act. Provides that it is unlawful for a person to manufacture a convertible pistol. Provides that it is unlawful for a certified licensee, as defined in the Firearm Dealer License Certification Act, to sell, offer to sell, exchange, give, transfer, or deliver any convertible pistol. Provides that a violation of the Act is punishable by a civil penalty of $10,000, which shall be paid to the Illinois State Police. Provides that, if the person who committed the violation is a certified dealer, at the discretion of the Illinois State Police, the Illinois State Police shall suspend or revoke the certified dealer's license under the Firearm Dealer License Certification Act. Provides that the civil penalty and license suspension or revocation shall be assessed by the Illinois State Police after a hearing is held in accordance with the Firearm Dealer License Certification Act. Provides that a second violation of the Act is punishable by a civil penalty of $25,000, which shall be paid to the Illinois State Police, and, if the person who committed the violation is a certified dealer, the Illinois State Police shall revoke the certified dealer's license pursuant to the Firearm Dealer License Certification Act. Provides that the civil penalty and license revocation shall be assessed by the Illinois State Police after a hearing is held in accordance with the Firearm Dealer License Certification Act. Provides exemptions. Provides that the Illinois State Police may adopt rules to implement the Act. Provides for emergency rulemaking by the Illinois State Police to implement the Act. Defines "convertible pistol" as any semiautomatic pistol with a cruciform trigger bar that can be readily altered by hand or with common household tools so that it can be converted into a machine gun by the installation or attachment of a switch. Provides that "convertible pistol" does not include hammer-fired semiautomatic pistols. A tab or other piece of material on a pistol frame is not sufficient to prevent ready alteration so that the pistol can be converted into a machine gun by the installation or attachment of a switch, and will not prevent such pistol from qualifying as a convertible pistol, if that tab or other piece of material can be readily removed with common household tools. Defines other terms. Amends the Illinois Administrative Procedure Act to make conforming changes.
Last action: Referred To Committee Of The Whole (2026-06-23)
Sponsor: Brad Paquette R
Use tax: exemptions; sunset date on exemption for firearm safety devices; extend. Amends sec. 4ll of 1937 PA 94 (MCL 205.94ll).
Last action: Referred To Committee Of The Whole (2026-06-23)
Sponsor: Natalie Price D
Sales tax: exemptions; sunset date on exemption for firearm safety devices; extend. Amends sec. 4ll of 1933 PA 167 (MCL 205.54ll).
Last action: Governor Vetoed (2026-06-19)
Sponsor: Wendy Rogers R
Concealed weapons permits; fees
Last action: Governor Vetoed (2026-06-19)
Sponsor: Wendy Rogers R
Prohibited weapons; muffling device; repeal
Last action: Governor Vetoed (2026-06-19)
Sponsor: Janae Shamp R
Concealed weapons; notice; repeal
Last action: Governor Vetoed (2026-06-19)
Sponsor: Wendy Rogers R
Disruption; educational institution; concealed weapon
Last action: Sent to the Governor (2026-06-18)
Sponsor: Celina Villanueva D
Reinserts the provisions of the introduced bill. Deletes provisions that a person commits the crime of violation of an order of protection if the person, knowingly transfers a firearm or firearm parts to the respondent or otherwise allows the respondent access to a firearm or firearm parts. Makes other changes to protective order remedies. Amends the Criminal Code of 2012. Provides that a person commits unlawful sale or delivery of firearms when the person gives a firearm or firearm parts to or allows a respondent in an order of protection action access to a firearm or firearm parts in violation of a court order under the Protective Orders Article of the Code of Criminal Procedure of 1963 or the Illinois Domestic Violence Act of 1986. Provides that a violation is a Class A misdemeanor for a first violation and a Class 4 felony violation for a second or subsequent violation.
Last action: Passed By Senate. Votes: 15 YES 4 NO 2 ABSENT (2026-06-18)
Sponsor: Mara Gorman D
An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Establishment Of The Office Of Gun Violence Prevention And Community Safety.
Last action: Reported, in part, by H4101 (2026-06-17)
Sponsor: Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources
Relativerelative to hunting, water quality and other related matters.
Last action: Laid on the table (Pursuant to House Rule 71) (2026-06-16)
Sponsor: Jill Cooper R
A Resolution urging municipal governments and encouraging farmers, landowners and residents throughout Pennsylvania to open their lands to public hunting and make greater use of existing deer management programs and permits available through the Pennsylvania Game Commission.
Last action: Referred to Health (2026-06-15)
Sponsor: Carol Kazeem D
A Resolution designating the month of June 2026 as "Gun Violence Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania.
Last action: Assigned to House RULES Committee (2026-06-13)
Sponsor: Mariana Sandoval D
Gun violence; public health crisis
Last action: Assigned to Senate RULES Committee (2026-06-12)
Sponsor: Alma Hernandez D
Juvenile restoration; rights; firearms; civil
Last action: Assigned to Senate RULES Committee (2026-06-12)
Sponsor: John Kavanagh R
Firearms; homicide; mandatory destruction
Last action: House third reading FAILED voting: (30-28-2-0) (2026-06-11)
Sponsor: Wendy Rogers R
Firearm safety instruction; public schools
Last action: Introduced and Assigned to Judiciary Committee in House (2026-06-11)
Sponsor: Krista Griffith D
An Act To Amend Title 6 Of The Delaware Code Relating To 3-dimensional Printers And Firearms.
Last action: Referred To Committee On Government Operations (2026-06-11)
Sponsor: Julie Brixie D
A resolution to declare June 2026 as Gun Violence Awareness Month in the state of Michigan.
Last action: Senate read and passed (2026-06-09)
Sponsor: Thomas Paolino R
TAXATION -- SALES AND USE TAXES -- LIABILITY AND COMPUTATION - Exempts from the sales tax firearm safety equipment, storage devices, gun safes, gun cabinets, gun vaults, gun cases, strong boxes, cable locks, trigger locks and biometric locks.
Last action: Re-committed to Rules (2026-06-08)
Sponsor: Timothy Briggs D
An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in sales and use tax, further providing for exclusions from tax. Amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in firearms and other dangerous articles, providing for the offense of unauthorized access to firearms.
Last action: Referred to Game & Fisheries (2026-06-05)
Sponsor: Anita Kulik D
An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; in Pennsylvania Game Commission, further providing for junior hunter projects; in hunting and furtaking, further providing for prima facie evidence of hunting and repealing provisions relating to trapping exception for certain persons; in hunting and furtaking licenses, further providing for license requirements, for eligibility for license and for unlawful acts concerning licenses; and, in special licenses and permits, further providing for permit fees.
Last action: COMMITTED TO RULES (2026-06-05)
Sponsor: Michael Gianaris D
Establishes a 10 day waiting period for the purchase of any firearm; establishes violations of such provisions shall constitute a class A misdemeanor.
Last action: Lay HB609 on Table (Rep. Wilhelm): Motion Adopted Regular Calendar 182-160 06/04/2026 House Journal 15 (2026-06-04)
Sponsor: Samuel Farrington R
Relative to the general court's authority over the sale, purchase, ownership, use, possession, transportation, licensing, permitting, taxation, and other matter pertaining to firearms, stun guns, Tasers, pepper spray devices, knives and other self-defense tools.
Last action: RETURNED TO ASSEMBLY (2026-06-04)
Sponsor: Jennifer Lunsford D
Allows physically disabled individuals who are not able to stand up to complete the two-hour live-fire range training course requirement for a concealed carry license while sitting.
Last action: SUBSTITUTED BY A3191A (2026-06-04)
Sponsor: Christopher Ryan D
Allows physically disabled individuals who are not able to stand up to complete the two-hour live-fire range training course requirement for a concealed carry license while sitting.
Last action: reported referred to rules (2026-06-04)
Sponsor: John McDonald D
Requires bidders on contracts to purchase firearms, ammunition, and firearm accessories to submit a statement that the bidder is licensed and in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules and regulations relating to the sale, transfer, storage and disposition of firearms, ammunition and firearm accessories.
Last action: referred to codes (2026-06-04)
Sponsor: Michael Gianaris D
Establishes a three calendar day waiting period from contact of the New York State National Instant Background Check System (NYS NICS) before a firearm, shotgun or rifle may be delivered to a person; provides exceptions where a person possesses a license to purchase, carry or possess a pistol, revolver, or semiautomatic rifle.
Last action: SUBSTITUTED BY A1191B (2026-06-04)
Sponsor: Brian Kavanagh D
Enacts the "safer weapons, safer homes act"; requires the division of criminal justice services to study the technological viability of personalized firearms; defines personalized firearms; requires the division to report to the governor and the legislature on the results of the study.
Last action: RETURNED TO ASSEMBLY (2026-06-04)
Sponsor: Alex Bores D
Enacts the "safer weapons, safer homes act"; requires the division of criminal justice services to study the technological viability of personalized firearms; defines personalized firearms; requires the division to report to the governor and the legislature on the results of the study.
Last action: Referred to Judiciary (2026-06-03)
Sponsor: Andrea Verobish R
An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in firearms and other dangerous articles, further providing for firearms not to be carried without a license, for licenses and for proof of license and exception.
Last action: RETURNED TO ASSEMBLY (2026-06-02)
Sponsor: Khaleel Anderson D
Enacts "Francesco's law" which establishes violations for the failure to safely store rifles, shotguns, and firearms in the presence of a minor or a prohibited person; requires the office of gun violence prevention to collect and analyze statistical and other information and data with respect to injuries or deaths of minors resulting from failure to safely store a firearm, rifle, or shotgun.
Last action: SUBSTITUTED BY A1962B (2026-06-02)
Sponsor: Erik Bottcher D
Enacts "Francesco's law" which establishes violations for the failure to safely store rifles, shotguns, and firearms in the presence of a minor or a prohibited person; requires the office of gun violence prevention to collect and analyze statistical and other information and data with respect to injuries or deaths of minors resulting from failure to safely store a firearm, rifle, or shotgun.
Last action: Chief Sponsor Changed to Sen. John F. Curran (2026-06-01)
Sponsor: John Curran R
Repeals the Firearm Dealer License Certification Act. Amends the Gun Trafficking Information Act, the Illinois State Police Law of the Civil Administrative Code of Illinois, the Illinois Procurement Code, and the Criminal Code of 2012 to make conforming changes. Effective immediately.
Last action: Chief Sponsor Changed to Sen. John F. Curran (2026-06-01)
Sponsor: John Curran R
Repeals the Firearm Dealer License Certification Act. Amends the Gun Trafficking Information Act, the Illinois State Police Law of the Civil Administrative Code of Illinois, the Illinois Procurement Code, and the Criminal Code of 2012 to make conforming changes. Effective immediately.
Last action: Read by title and returned to the Calendar, subject to call. (2026-06-01)
Sponsor: Regina Barrow D
Creates the Task Force on Secure Firearm Storage.
Last action: amended on third reading 10307b (2026-06-01)
Sponsor: Amy Paulin D
Requires notification of firearm denials to local law enforcement and the local prosecutor having jurisdiction where the prohibited person sought to acquire the firearm; requires local law enforcement to initiate a criminal investigation within five business days.
Last action: Governor Signed (2026-06-01)
Sponsor: Chad Clifford D
Concerning a law enforcement agency's use of the United States bureau of alcohol, tobacco, firearms, and explosives' national electronic tracing system.
Last action: Chief Sponsor Changed to Sen. John F. Curran (2026-06-01)
Sponsor: John Curran R
Amends the Firearm Concealed Carry Act. Provides that the Illinois State Police shall recognize a concealed carry permit or license issued to a person age 21 years of age or older: (i) by a state whose requirements to obtain a permit or license are substantially similar to the training requirements under the Act or (ii) by any contiguous state with which Illinois has entered into a reciprocal agreement. Provides that a nonresident 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.
Last action: Chief Sponsor Changed to Sen. John F. Curran (2026-06-01)
Sponsor: John Curran R
Amends the Firearm Concealed Carry Act. Provides that the prohibition against a licensee carrying a firearm into any building, parking area, or portion of a building under the control of an officer of the executive or legislative branch of government does not apply to any rest areas under the control of the Department of Transportation or to buildings located in rest areas under the control of the Department of Transportation. Eliminates a provision that a licensee shall not knowingly carry a firearm on any bus, train, or form of transportation paid for in whole or in part with public funds, and any building, real property, and parking area under the control of a public transportation facility paid for in whole or in part with public funds. Eliminates a provision that a licensee shall not knowingly carry a firearm in any public park, athletic area, or athletic facility under the control of a municipality or park district. Effective immediately.
Last action: Chief Sponsor Changed to Sen. John F. Curran (2026-06-01)
Sponsor: John Curran R
Amends the Firearm Concealed Carry Act. Provides that the prohibition against a licensee carrying a firearm into any building, parking area, or portion of a building under the control of an officer of the executive or legislative branch of government does not apply to any rest areas under the control of the Department of Transportation or to buildings located in rest areas under the control of the Department of Transportation. Eliminates a provision that a licensee shall not knowingly carry a firearm on any bus, train, or form of transportation paid for in whole or in part with public funds, and any building, real property, and parking area under the control of a public transportation facility paid for in whole or in part with public funds. Eliminates a provision that a licensee shall not knowingly carry a firearm in any public park, athletic area, or athletic facility under the control of a municipality or park district. Effective immediately.
Last action: Chief Sponsor Changed to Sen. John F. Curran (2026-06-01)
Sponsor: John Curran R
Amends the Firearm Concealed Carry Act. Provides that the prohibition against a licensee carrying a firearm into any building, parking area, or portion of a building under the control of an officer of the executive or legislative branch of government does not apply to any rest areas under the control of the Department of Transportation or to buildings located in rest areas under the control of the Department of Transportation. Eliminates a provision that a licensee shall not knowingly carry a firearm on any bus, train, or form of transportation paid for in whole or in part with public funds, and any building, real property, and parking area under the control of a public transportation facility paid for in whole or in part with public funds. Eliminates a provision that a licensee shall not knowingly carry a firearm in any public park, athletic area, or athletic facility under the control of a municipality or park district. Effective immediately.
Last action: Chief Sponsor Changed to Sen. John F. Curran (2026-06-01)
Sponsor: John Curran R
Amends the Firearm Concealed Carry Act. Provides that a nonresident may carry a concealed firearm if the nonresident is 21 years or older, has in his or her immediate possession a valid license or permit that is issued by a state whose license or permit is recognized by the Illinois State Police, and is a legal resident of the United States. Provides that the Illinois State Police shall recognize a concealed carry permit or license issued to a person age 21 years of age or older: (i) by a state whose requirements to obtain a permit or license are substantially similar to the training requirements under the Act or (ii) by any contiguous state with which Illinois has entered into a reciprocal agreement. Provides that a nonresident 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 from the other state 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. Provides that a resident of another state may establish Illinois residency by registering to vote, obtaining an Illinois driver's license or State Identification Card, or by filing for a homestead tax exemption on property in Illinois. Effective immediately
Last action: print number 1210c (2026-06-01)
Sponsor: Amy Paulin D
Establishes a three calendar day waiting period from contact of the New York State National Instant Background Check System (NYS NICS) before a firearm, shotgun or rifle may be delivered to a person; provides exceptions where a person possesses a license to purchase, carry or possess a pistol, revolver, or semiautomatic rifle.
Last action: referred to codes (2026-06-01)
Sponsor: Brian Kavanagh D
Relates to establishing a voluntary waiver of the right to purchase firearms, rifles or shotguns; requires the division of state police to maintain statewide records of individuals who have waived the right to purchase firearms, rifles, or shotguns and any revocations of such waivers.
Last action: referred to environmental conservation (2026-06-01)
Sponsor: Mario Mattera R
Establishes a town of Huntington deer management pilot program.
Last action: referred to codes (2026-06-01)
Sponsor: Patricia Fahy D
Establishes the crimes of criminal sale of a flare gun in the first and second degrees; sets restrictions on and requirements for the sale of flare guns.
Last action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee (2026-05-31)
Sponsor: Maura Hirschauer D
Amends the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act. Provides that a person who has had the person's Firearm Owner's Identification Card revoked or denied under certain provisions because the person was a patient in a mental health facility shall not be permitted to obtain a Firearm Owner's Identification Card, after the 5-year period has lapsed, unless the person has received a mental health evaluation by a licensed clinical mental health professional (rather than a physician, clinical psychologist, or qualified examiner as those terms are defined in the Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Code). Provides that the person receiving a mental health evaluation shall share all collateral records with the licensed clinical mental health professional making the certification and shall attest that all collateral records have been provided before the evaluation. Provides that the licensed clinical mental health professional shall attest that the licensed clinical mental health professional has requested, received, reviewed, and considered all of the person's collateral records in making the licensed clinical mental health professional's determination that the person is not a clear and present danger to self or others. Provides that the licensed clinical mental health professional shall identify the types of collateral records received. Requires the licensed clinical mental health professional to make all reasonable attempts to obtain collateral records, and, if no collateral records are obtained, requires the licensed clinical mental health professional to document the efforts used to obtain such collateral records. Provides that the results of the mental health evaluations that are performed on or after the effective date of the amendatory Act shall be transmitted to the Illinois State Police. Defines terms.
Last action: referred to codes (2026-05-29)
Sponsor: Toby Stavisky D
Relates to adding ammunition to the list of prohibited items to purchase or dispose of after certain convictions.
Last action: PRINT NUMBER 9486B (2026-05-29)
Sponsor: Brian Kavanagh D
Requires notification of firearm denials to local law enforcement and the local prosecutor having jurisdiction where the prohibited person sought to acquire the firearm; requires local law enforcement to initiate a criminal investigation within five business days.
Last action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee (2026-05-28)
Sponsor: Dawn Fantasia R
Removes capacity limit for ammunition magazines.
Last action: PRINT NUMBER 9334A (2026-05-28)
Sponsor: Erik Bottcher D
Relates to consumer warnings regarding rifles, shotguns, and firearms; provides that a graphic warning that depicts the nature of the health and safety risks of firearms be provided when any license or permit is issued or amended.
Last action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Oversight, Reform and Federal Relations Committee (2026-05-28)
Sponsor: Dawn Fantasia R
Urges Congress and President of US to enact legislation addressing interstate transportation of firearms or ammunition.
Last action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Education Committee (2026-05-28)
Sponsor: Dawn Fantasia R
Requires certain school districts to offer Eddie Eagle Gunsafe Program.
Last action: Ordered to inactive file at the request of Assembly Member Chen. (2026-05-27)
Sponsor: Phillip Chen R
An act to amend Section 33415 of the Penal Code, relating to firearms.
Last action: Signed by the Governor (2026-05-26)
Sponsor: Public Safety and Security Committee
To implement various recommendations of the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection concerning (1) the appointment of new or interim fire chiefs, (2) chemical tests of criminal defendants' breath, (3) blood or other biological samples for DNA analysis required from certain arrested or convicted persons, (4) a study of lawfully owed DNA, (5) the membership of the Police Officer Standards and Training Council, (6) standards for determining the proposed level of staffing for the Division of State Police, (7) the school security infrastructure competitive grant program, (8) certificates of competency regarding fireworks and special effects, (9) the holding of firearms or other deadly weapons and ammunition seized pursuant to certain warrants, (10) security officers, and (11) professional bondsmen, surety bail bond agents and bail enforcement agents.
Last action: Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments (2026-05-22)
Sponsor: Neil Anderson R
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.
Last action: Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments (2026-05-22)
Sponsor: Terri Bryant R
Amends the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act. Provides that any person who is a registered participant in a competitive shooting event that is sanctioned by a national governing body and held at the World Shooting Complex in the City of Sparta and who is not prohibited by the laws of Illinois, the state of his or her domicile, or the United States from obtaining, possessing, or using a firearm may purchase or obtain ammunition for a handgun, rifle, shotgun, or other long gun at the competitive shooting event.
Last action: Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments (2026-05-22)
Sponsor: Cristina Castro D
Amends the Illinois Procurement Code. Creates requirements for bidders or offerors seeking the award of a contract with a State agency for the procurement of firearms, firearm ammunition, or firearm accessories and contractors who are awarded those contracts. Effective immediately.
Last action: Governor Vetoed (2026-05-22)
Sponsor: Wendy Rogers R
Firearms transactions; merchant codes; prohibition
Last action: Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments (2026-05-22)
Sponsor: Terri Bryant R
Amends the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act. Provides that, notwithstanding any other provision of the Act to the contrary, on or after the effective date of the amendatory Act, the Illinois State Police may not revoke a Firearm Owner's Identification Card. Provides that on or after the effective date of the amendatory Act, a Firearm Owner's Identification Card may only be revoked after a Firearm Owner's Identification Card hearing has been held in the circuit court of the county of residence of the person whose Firearm Owner's Identification Card is sought to be revoked. Provides that, if the State's Attorney of the county of residence of the person whose Firearm Owner's Identification Card is sought to be revoked has probable cause to believe that the person who has been issued a Firearm Owner's Identification Card is no longer eligible for the Card under the Act, the State's Attorney shall file a petition in the circuit court of the county of residence of the person whose Card is sought to be revoked. Provides that at the hearing, the person may present evidence in his or her favor seeking retention of his or her Firearm Owner's Identification Card and the Illinois State Police and State's Attorney may present evidence for revocation. Provides that the hearing shall be a civil proceeding and subject to due process, the Code of Civil Procedure, and the Illinois Rules of Evidence as adopted by the Supreme Court. Provides that the hearing shall be held within 45 days after the filing of the petition. Provides that if the circuit court determines, by clear and convincing evidence, that the person is ineligible for retention of his or her Firearm Owner's Identification Card under the Act, the court shall order the Illinois State Police to immediately revoke the Card and the circuit clerk shall seize the Card and transmit the Card to the Illinois State Police. Establishes procedures for the Illinois State Police to suspend a Firearm Owner's Identification Card.
Last action: Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments (2026-05-22)
Sponsor: Willie Preston D
Amends the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act. Provides that the Illinois State Police shall not deny an application for a Firearm Owner's Identification Card or revoke a Firearm Owner's Identification Card on the basis of: (1) any conviction, adjudication, or delinquency finding that has been vacated, reversed, or set aside by a court; or (2) any record that has been expunged, sealed, or otherwise ordered removed under the Criminal Identification Act or Juvenile Court Act of 1987. Provides that the Illinois State Police shall eliminate from all internal databases any of these records within 45 days after receipt of the court order. Provides that use of any such record in connection with a Firearm Owner's Identification Card determination is prohibited. Provides that when a circuit court issues a final order directing the Illinois State Police to issue or reinstate a Firearm Owner's Identification Card of a person whose application for a card has been denied or whose card has been revoked, the Illinois State Police shall comply with the order and issue the card within 30 days after receipt of the order, unless the Illinois State Police files a petition for review in the Appellate Court within that 30-day period. Provides that if the Illinois State Police fails to comply with that provision, the person's application for a Firearm Owner's Identification Card shall be automatically granted by the Illinois State Police by operation of law or the person's Firearm Owner's Identification Card shall be automatically restored by operation of law on the 31st day after receipt of the order. Provides for the submission of certain quarterly reports by the Illinois State Police to the General Assembly and to the Governor. Effective immediately.
Last action: print number 10485a (2026-05-22)
Sponsor: Keith Powers D
Relates to consumer warnings regarding rifles, shotguns, and firearms; provides that a graphic warning that depicts the nature of the health and safety risks of firearms be provided when any license or permit is issued or amended.
Last action: Senate Committee Amendment No. 2 Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments (2026-05-22)
Sponsor: Graciela Guzman D
Amends the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act. Provides that a person who has had the person's Firearm Owner's Identification Card revoked or denied under certain provisions because the person was a patient in a mental health facility shall not be permitted to obtain a Firearm Owner's Identification Card, after the 5-year period has lapsed, unless the person has received a mental health evaluation by a licensed clinical mental health professional (rather than a physician, clinical psychologist, or qualified examiner as those terms are defined in the Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Code). Provides that the person receiving a mental health evaluation shall share all collateral records with the licensed clinical mental health professional making the certification and shall attest that all collateral records have been provided before the evaluation. Provides that the licensed clinical mental health professional shall attest that the licensed clinical mental health professional has requested, received, reviewed, and considered all of the person's collateral records in making the licensed clinical mental health professional's determination that the person is not a clear and present danger to self or others. Provides that the licensed clinical mental health professional shall identify the types of collateral records received. Requires the licensed clinical mental health professional to make all reasonable attempts to obtain collateral records, and, if no collateral records are obtained, requires the licensed clinical mental health professional to document the efforts used to obtain such collateral records. Provides that the results of the mental health evaluations that are performed on or after the effective date of the amendatory Act shall be transmitted to the Illinois State Police. Defines terms.
Last action: Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments (2026-05-22)
Sponsor: Celina Villanueva D
Provides that the Act may be referred to as the Responsible Gun Manufacturing Act. Amends the Criminal Code of 2012. Provides that a person commits the offense of unlawful possession of weapons when the person knowingly manufactures, sells, or offers to sell, purchases, receives, manufactures, imports, or transfers a convertible pistol. Establishes penalties. Provides exemptions. Provides that a machine gun also includes any convertible pistol equipped with a switch. Defines "convertible pistol", "switch", and "common household tool". Contains a severability provision.
Last action: Senate Committee Amendment No. 2 Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments (2026-05-22)
Sponsor: Celina Villanueva D
Provides that the Act may be referred to as the Responsible Gun Manufacturing Act. Amends the Criminal Code of 2012. Provides that a person commits the offense of unlawful possession of weapons when the person knowingly manufactures, sells, or offers to sell, purchases, receives, manufactures, imports, or transfers a convertible pistol. Establishes penalties. Provides exemptions. Provides that a machine gun also includes any convertible pistol equipped with a switch. Defines "convertible pistol", "switch", and "common household tool". Contains a severability provision.
Last action: Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments (2026-05-22)
Sponsor: Robert Martwick D
Amends the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act concerning the Firearm Transfer Inquiry Program. Provides that the Illinois State Police may charge a fee not to exceed $10 and any processing fee. Provides that the processing fees shall be limited to charges by the State Treasurer for using the electronic online payment system. Provides that $4 from each fee collected under this provision shall be deposited into the State Police Firearm Enforcement Fund. Currently, the Illinois State Police may utilize existing technology which allows the caller to be charged a fee not to exceed $2.
Last action: Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments (2026-05-22)
Sponsor: Patrick Joyce D
Amends the Criminal Code of 2012. Exempts from the provisions of the unlawful possession of weapons statute, the carrying or possession of certain weapons by qualified retired law enforcement officers, as defined in the federal Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act of 2004, as recognized under Illinois law, in specified locations.
Last action: Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments (2026-05-22)
Sponsor: Terri Bryant R
Amends the Criminal Code of 2012. Provides that, should provisions regarding manufacture, possession, delivery, sale, and purchase of assault weapons, .50 caliber rifles, and .50 caliber cartridges be found to be unconstitutional by a court with all appeals exhausted or expired, the Illinois State Police shall immediately and permanently destroy or have destroyed each endorsement affidavit and all information collected from the endorsement affidavit in possession of the Illinois State Police and any law enforcement agency.
Last action: Senate Committee Amendment No. 2 Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments (2026-05-22)
Sponsor: Robert Peters D
Creates the Responsibility in Firearm Legislation (RIFL) Act. Establishes a firearms manufacturer licensing program in the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, with certain requirements, including that the sum of all fees for firearms manufacturer licenses shall be equal to the public health costs and financial burdens from firearm injuries and deaths. Provides that, beginning January 1, 2028, a manufacturer of firearms may not operate in this State without a license from the Department and that a manufacturer who violates this provision is subject to a civil penalty of up to $1,000,000 per month. Provides that, beginning January 1, 2028, a retailer may not sell a firearm to a consumer in this State from a manufacturer who does not have a license from the Department and that a retailer who violates this provision is subject to a civil penalty of up to $10,000 per violation, with certain requirements. Establishes the RIFL Fund as a special fund in the State treasury, with certain limitations. Provides that the proceeds from fees under the licensing program shall be deposited into the RIFL Fund. Establishes a financial assistance program in the Department with moneys from the RIFL Fund for financial assistance to victims of firearms and for other purposes. Provides that the Department shall contract with a program administrator to administer the financial assistance program, with certain requirements. Provides that the Department shall adopt rules for financial assistance to victims of firearms, with certain requirements, including regarding exemption from certain State taxes. Provides that the Department may contract with a program administrator to implement or administer any part of the Act, with certain requirements. Provides that the Illinois State Police shall report certain information to the Department. Provides that the Department may provide for other civil penalties of no more than $1,000 per violation. Provides that the Attorney General may enforce the Act. Makes other provisions. Amends the State Finance Act to make conforming changes. Amends the Illinois Income Tax Act to make conforming changes.
Last action: Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments (2026-05-22)
Sponsor: Ram Villivalam D
Amends the Firearm Concealed Carry Act. Provides that nothing in the Act prohibits a forest preserve district from prohibiting persons from carrying a firearm into any botanic garden, swimming pool, grounds of a swimming pool, athletic venue, picnic grove, nature center, grounds of a nature center, pavilion, grounds of a pavilion, golf course, driving range, adventure course, grounds of an adventure course, zipline building, grounds of a zipline, equestrian center, grounds of an equestrian center, exercise venue, grounds of an exercise venue, or any public or private gathering or special event conducted on property that requires the issuance of a permit. Exempts a forest preserve district from the posting of a sign that states that the carrying of firearms is prohibited. Deletes language providing that a licensee under the Act shall not knowingly carry a firearm on any real property under the control of the Cook County Forest Preserve District. Defines "grounds".
Last action: Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments (2026-05-22)
Sponsor: Neil Anderson R
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.
Last action: Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments (2026-05-22)
Sponsor: Neil Anderson R
Amends the Firearm Concealed Carry Act. Eliminates a provision that a licensee under the Act shall not knowingly carry a firearm on any bus, train, or form of transportation paid for in whole or in part with public funds, or in any building, real property, or parking area under the control of a public transportation facility paid for in whole or in part with public funds. Effective immediately.
Last action: Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments (2026-05-22)
Sponsor: Neil Anderson R
Amends the Firearm Concealed Carry Act. Provides that the prohibition against carrying a firearm into any building, parking area, or portion of a building under the control of an officer of the executive or legislative branch of government does not apply to any rest areas under the control of the Department of Transportation or to buildings located in rest areas under the control of the Department of Transportation. Effective immediately.
Last action: Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments (2026-05-22)
Sponsor: Terri Bryant R
Amends the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act. Provides that the expiration date of a Firearm Owner's Identification Card issued on or after the effective date of the amendatory Act must be boldly and conspicuously displayed on the face of the card. Provides that the expiration date of a combined Firearm Owner's Identification Card and concealed carry license issued on or after the effective date of the amendatory Act must be boldly and conspicuously displayed on the face of the card and must clearly identify the expiration date of the person's Firearm Owner's Identification Card and the expiration date of the person's concealed carry license.
Last action: Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments (2026-05-22)
Sponsor: Julie Morrison D
Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code by creating the Confidence in Firearm Protection Law Chapter. Provides that the Secretary of State shall suspend an individual's driver's license and the individual's ability to register or renew registration for a motor vehicle of the first division or a motor vehicle of the second division registered at not more than 8,000 pounds upon receiving an authenticated report that the individual has failed to comply with the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act after suspension or revocation of the individual's Firearm Owner's Identification Card. Requires the Illinois State Police to forward to the Secretary of State an authenticated document certifying the requirements have been met to suspend the individual's driver's license or ability to register or renew registration for a motor vehicle of the first division or a motor vehicle of the second division registered at not more than 8,000 pounds no more than 7 days after the suspension or revocation of the individual's Firearm Owner's Identification Card. Requires the Secretary of State, prior to suspending a driver's license or the ability to register or renew registration of a motor vehicle of the first division or a motor vehicle of the second division registered at not more than 8,000 pounds, to serve written notice upon an individual that the individual's driver's license or ability to register or renew registration shall be suspended in 60 days from the date on the notice unless the individual meets the requirements of the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act. Allows a driver to contest these suspensions by administrative hearing. Allows the Secretary of State and the Illinois State Police to adopt necessary rules to establish standards, policies, and procedures related to the provisions. Requires the Secretary of State and the Illinois State Police to create a mechanism by which data concerning the provisions may be electronically shared.
Last action: Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments (2026-05-22)
Sponsor: Julie Morrison D
Amends the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act. Provides that the Illinois State Police must deny the application or suspend or revoke a person's Firearm Owner's Identification Card upon receipt of a report from the Department of Human Services that an applicant or owner poses a clear and present danger. Requires the Department of Human Services to provide by rule for such a report. Makes similar changes if a law enforcement or school administrator notifies the Illinois State Police that a person poses a clear and present danger. Requires any information disclosed under the Act to be confidential. Prohibits the information from being redisclosed or used for any other purpose except as otherwise allowed by law. Provides that the identity of the reporting person may be disclosed only to the subject of the report if required by the Firearm Owner's Identification Card Review Board or a court as authorized under the Act. Requires that no later than January 1, 2026, the Firearm Owner's Identification Card Review Board must establish a process by which any person who is subject to the provisions of the Act can request expedited review from the Board. Requires that the Illinois State Police must provide the Board or any court with jurisdiction all records relevant to the request for relief. Allows the Illinois State Police and the individual seeking expedited relief to seek judicial review upon receipt of a final administrative decision under the Act. Provides that the Board, Illinois State Police, or employees and agents of the Board and Illinois State Police participating in the process under the Act may not be held liable for damages in any civil action arising from the alleged wrongful or improper granting, denying, renewing, revoking, suspending, or failing to grant, deny, renew, revoke, or suspend a Firearm Owner's Identification Card.
Last action: Referred To Committee On Government Operations (2026-05-21)
Sponsor: Noah Arbit D
A resolution urging President Trump, the Internal Revenue Service, and all parties to the settlement agreement creating the “Anti-Weaponization Fund” to rescind the agreement.
Last action: Sen. Gannon Refused to Accede to House Request for Committee of Conference, Motion Adopted, Voice Vote; 05/21/2026; Senate Journal 13 (2026-05-21)
Sponsor: Samuel Farrington R
Prohibiting public colleges and universities from regulating the possession or carrying of certain weapons on campus and establishing a committee to study the feasibility of allowing guns on campuses of public institutions of higher education.
Last action: substituted by s9005c (2026-05-21)
Sponsor: Budget
Enacts into law major components of legislation necessary to implement the state public protection and general government budget for the 2026-2027 state fiscal year; extends the recruitment incentive and retention program for certain active members of the New York army national guard, New York air national guard, and New York naval militia until 2031 (Part A); extends the suspension of the subsidy to the state emergency services revolving loan fund from the public safety communications surcharge until the end of the 2027--2028 state fiscal year (Part B); establishes crimes related to utilizing three-dimensional printers for manufacturing ghost guns and firearm components (Subpart A); provides for firearm prevention technology requirements for three-dimensional printers (Subpart B)(Part C); establishes the crimes of unlawful use of a drone; establishes "the New York state blue list" requiring that the state, its agencies, and any political subdivisions of the state only buy drones and drone mitigation technology from vendors listed on such registry (Part D); relates to the definition of insurance fraud (Part F); extends temporary orders of protection issued simultaneously with the issuance of a warrant until the defendant subsequently appears in court pursuant to such warrant or voluntarily or otherwise, unless the matter is dismissed (Part H); authorizes the liquor authority to change the duration of certain licenses (Subpart A); extends motion picture theater liquor licenses (Subpart B); prohibits wholesalers from assessing certain fees on retailers (Subpart C) (Part O); increases the frequency of education and training in ethics and lobbying; imposes fees for failure to complete training by the required timeframes (Part U); establishes dedicated workers' compensation fraud units within New York state district attorneys' office (Part W); specifies which providers are authorized to render certain medical care (Part X); increases certain purchasing and advertising thresholds to one hundred fifty thousand dollars (Part Y); relates to lobbyist registration fees (Part Z); requires the superintendent of state police to develop, maintain, and disseminate to all members of the division of state police a critical incident paid leave policy (Part AA); extends provisions related to the monetary threshold for certain restrictions on procurement contracts until 2028 (Part BB); extends the effectiveness of certain provisions relating to purchasing of services and commodities by the state (Part CC); repeals provisions that authorize proceedings to revert to the original court of record when a defendant fails to comply with or complete the mental health court program (Part GG); extends certain provisions constituting the New York State community commission on reparations remedies; relates to extending the time the New York State community commission on reparations remedies has to submit a written report of its findings and recommendations to the legislature and the governor; relates to the status of members of the commission (Part HH); requires prior approval for rate increases for certain policies covering losses or liabilities arising out of the ownership of a motor vehicle (Part II); prohibits the use of employment, education, homeownership, and zip code for determining private passenger motor vehicle insurance rates (Part JJ); extends provisions related to the operation and administration of the legislature (Part KK); enacts the "Local Cops, Local Crimes Act" (Subpart A); enacts the "New York state Bivens act" (Subpart B); restricts action state and municipal employees can take regarding immigration enforcement (Subpart C); prohibits children from being denied access to a free public education due to citizenship or immigration status and other prohibited practices (Subpart D); enacts the "sensitive location protection act" (Subpart E); prohibits law enforcement officers from wearing any mask or personal disguise while interacting with the public in the performance of their duties (Subpart F); creates a new immigrant trust office within the department of law (Subpart G); establishes certain procedures for child care programs for certain children who cannot be picked up as scheduled (Subpart H) (Part LL); extends the term and authority of the independent monitor for the Orange county industrial development agency; requires such monitor also monitor the Orange county funding corporation; modifies the applicability of certain tax exemptions based on population; extends provisions of law related to the independent monitor for the Orange county industrial development agency (Part MM); provides a period of probable usefulness of five years for certain police emergency response vehicles (Part NN); provides for appointments to a city charter revision commission by an incoming mayor (Part OO).
Last action: reported referred to rules (2026-05-20)
Sponsor: Charles Lavine D
Relates to extreme risk protection orders; defines "exception"; authorizes a police officer or district attorney to file an application for an extreme risk protection order if found that a person meets the requirements of an exception pursuant to section 6340 of the civil practice law and rules; makes related provisions.
Last action: Referred to committee: Public Safety (2026-05-20)
Sponsor: Darnell Brewer D
To amend section 149.43 and to enact section 5103.164 of the Revised Code to require foster caregivers to securely store firearms.
Last action: Referred to committee: Public Safety (2026-05-20)
Sponsor: Karen Brownlee D
To establish the Ohio Economic Task Force on Gun Violence and Violent Crimes to study the impact of gun violence and other violent crimes on Ohio businesses.
Last action: Referred to committee: General Government (2026-05-20)
Sponsor: Darnell Brewer D
To enact section 5.22101 of the Revised Code to designate June as "Gun Violence Awareness Month."
Last action: Referred to committee: Public Safety (2026-05-20)
Sponsor: Levi Dean R
To enact section 3345.211 of the Revised Code to enact the Campus Self-Defense Act to allow adults to carry nonlethal self-defense weapons on state institution of higher education campuses.
Last action: Involuntarily deferred in committee. (2026-05-19)
Sponsor: Denise Marcelle D
Prohibits the carrying of firearms in college or university dormitories
Last action: Committee recommended measure be held for further study (2026-05-19)
Sponsor: Todd Patalano D
COURTS AND CIVIL PROCEDURE -- EXTREME RISK PROTECTION ORDERS - Requires a court considering evidence for the issuance of a temporary emergency protective order to cause the respondent to be taken into protective custody by law enforcement and sent to an emergency room of any hospital, pursuant to § 40.1-5-7.1.
Last action: Referred To Committee Of The Whole (2026-05-19)
Sponsor: Stephanie Chang D
Occupations: business licensing and registration; license to sell firearms at retail; provide for. Amends 1927 PA 372 (MCL 28.421 - 28.435) by adding sec. 12c. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0854'26
Last action: Referred To Committee Of The Whole (2026-05-19)
Sponsor: Darrin Camilleri D
Occupations: business licensing and registration; license to sell firearms at retail; provide for. Amends 1927 PA 372 (MCL 28.421 - 28.435) by adding secs. 14b & 14c.
Last action: Referred To Committee On Civil Rights, Judiciary, And Public Safety (2026-05-19)
Sponsor: Cynthia Neeley D
Criminal procedure: sentencing guidelines; sentencing guidelines for intentionally discharging a firearm from a vehicle or at a dwelling or potentially occupied structure; amend. Amends sec. 16m, ch. XVII of 1927 PA 175 (MCL 777.16m).
Last action: Chapter No. 2026-80 (2026-05-18)
Sponsor: House Budget Committee
Requires sheriffs to assist public postsecondary educational institutions in implementing guardian programs under certain provisions; authorizes public postsecondary educational institutions to participate in the school guardian program; requires a sheriff to establish a guardian training program or contract with certain other sheriff's offices to do so in certain circumstances; creates the offense of discharging a weapon or firearm within 1,000 feet of a school; provides that a person arrested for certain offenses must be held in custody until brought before the court for admittance to bail; ranks an offense created by the act on the offense severity ranking chart of the Criminal Punishment Code; authorizes the State Board of Education and the Board of Governors to adopt rules and regulations, respectively, etc.
Last action: PRINT NUMBER 8608A (2026-05-18)
Sponsor: Zellnor Myrie D
Requires bidders on contracts to purchase firearms, ammunition, and firearm accessories to submit a statement that the bidder is licensed and in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules and regulations relating to the sale, transfer, storage and disposition of firearms, ammunition and firearm accessories.
Last action: Introduction and first reading, referred to Public Safety Finance and Policy (2026-05-17)
Sponsor: Leigh Finke D
Ownership, possession, and sale of semiautomatic military-style assault weapons and large-capacity magazines regulated; provisions for possessing dangerous weapons in schools, negligently storing firearms, and reporting on firearms discharge by law enforcement modified; other firearm provisions modified; and money appropriated.
Last action: Referred: Emerging Issues(H) (2026-05-15)
Sponsor: Brian Seitz R
Prohibits homeowners' associations and other similar associations from infringing on the rights of concealed carry permit holders
Last action: Referred: Emerging Issues(H) (2026-05-15)
Sponsor: Ray Reed D
Modifies provisions relating to firearms
Last action: Referred: Emerging Issues(H) (2026-05-15)
Sponsor: Terri Violet R
Creates provisions relating to immunity from civil liability for federal firearms licensees who enter into firearm hold agreements
Last action: Referred: Emerging Issues(H) (2026-05-15)
Sponsor: Kathy Steinhoff D
Prohibits persons under eighteen years of age from carrying firearms into public areas within urban areas
Last action: Referred: Emerging Issues(H) (2026-05-15)
Sponsor: Mark Boyko D
Reinstates the requirement for a permit to carry concealed firearms
Last action: Referred: Emerging Issues(H) (2026-05-15)
Sponsor: Kathy Steinhoff D
Establishes provisions related to the safe storage of firearms
Last action: Referred: Emerging Issues(H) (2026-05-15)
Sponsor: Anthony Ealy D
Establishes provisions related to the safe storage of firearms
Last action: Referred: Emerging Issues(H) (2026-05-15)
Sponsor: Brian Seitz R
Creates provisions relating to firearms discrimination
Last action: Referred: Emerging Issues(H) (2026-05-15)
Sponsor: Michael Burton D
Requires universal background checks for all sales or transfers of firearms
Last action: Referred: Emerging Issues(H) (2026-05-15)
Sponsor: Yolanda Young D
Requires universal background checks for all sales or transfers of firearms
Last action: Referred: Emerging Issues(H) (2026-05-15)
Sponsor: Elizabeth Fuchs D
Modifies provisions relating to firearms
Last action: Referred: Emerging Issues(H) (2026-05-15)
Sponsor: Stephanie Hein D
Authorizes a tax credit to offset amounts paid on firearm safety items
Last action: Referred: Emerging Issues(H) (2026-05-15)
Sponsor: Emily Weber D
Creates provisions relating to a restricted firearms list
Last action: Referred: Emerging Issues(H) (2026-05-15)
Sponsor: Michael Johnson D
Modifies provisions relating to machine guns
Last action: Referred: Emerging Issues(H) (2026-05-15)
Sponsor: Yolanda Young D
Requires that all sales or transfers of firearms be processed through a licensed firearms dealer
Last action: Referred: Emerging Issues(H) (2026-05-15)
Sponsor: David Casteel R
Modifies provisions relating to short-barreled rifles or shotguns
Last action: Referred: Emerging Issues(H) (2026-05-15)
Sponsor: Tiffany Price D
Creates the offense of unlawful possession of an ammunition feeding device that holds more than ten rounds
Last action: Referred: Emerging Issues(H) (2026-05-15)
Sponsor: Mark Sharp D
Prohibits possession of machine-gun conversion devices
Last action: Referred: Emerging Issues(H) (2026-05-15)
Sponsor: Steve Butz D
Establishes a task force on gun violence in St. Louis City
Last action: Referred: Emerging Issues(H) (2026-05-15)
Sponsor: Bob Titus R
Modifies provisions relating to concealed carry permits
Last action: Referred: Emerging Issues(H) (2026-05-15)
Sponsor: Mazzie Christensen R
Establishes the "Anti-Red Flag Gun Seizure Act"
Last action: Referred: Emerging Issues(H) (2026-05-15)
Sponsor: Burt Whaley R
Establishes the "Anti-Red Flag Gun Seizure Act"
Last action: Referred: Emerging Issues(H) (2026-05-15)
Sponsor: Jo Doll D
Establishes the "Gun Theft Prevention Act", which creates requirements for licensed firearm dealers to protect their inventory from theft
Last action: Referred: Emerging Issues(H) (2026-05-15)
Sponsor: Lakeysha Bosley D
Changes the law regarding the sale of firearm ammunition
Last action: Referred: Emerging Issues(H) (2026-05-15)
Sponsor: Ladonna Appelbaum D
Changes the offense of weapons possession by adding high-capacity firearm magazines
Last action: Referred: Emerging Issues(H) (2026-05-15)
Sponsor: Marty Murray D
Creates the offense of unlawful possession of a firearm by a minor
Last action: Referred: Emerging Issues(H) (2026-05-15)
Sponsor: Wick Thomas D
Repeals provisions that prohibit political subdivisions from adopting orders, ordinances, or regulations relating to firearms
Last action: Referred: Emerging Issues(H) (2026-05-15)
Sponsor: Lisa Durnell R
Modifies provisions relating to firearms
Last action: Referred: Emerging Issues(H) (2026-05-15)
Sponsor: Del Taylor D
Prohibits certain individuals from possessing a firearm due to domestic violence
Last action: Referred: Emerging Issues(H) (2026-05-15)
Sponsor: Eric Woods D
Proposes a constitutional amendment relating to firearms
Last action: Referred: Emerging Issues(H) (2026-05-15)
Sponsor: Ladonna Appelbaum D
Proposes a constitutional amendment relating to firearms
Last action: Referred: Emerging Issues(H) (2026-05-15)
Sponsor: Yolanda Young D
Proposes a constitutional amendment relating to firearms
Last action: Motion did not prevail (2026-05-14)
Sponsor: Emma Greenman D
Ownership, possession, and sale of semiautomatic military-style assault weapons and large-capacity magazines regulated; provisions for possessing dangerous weapons in schools, negligently storing firearms, and reporting on law enforcement firearms discharge modified; ghost guns criminalized; other gun safety provisions modified; and money appropriated.
Last action: Referred to Judiciary and Public Safety (2026-05-14)
Sponsor: Zaynab Mohamed D
Various firearms provisions modifications
Last action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee (2026-05-14)
Sponsor: Benjie Wimberly D
Establishes comprehensive school-based violence prevention grant program to help youth at highest risk of involvement in gun violence; appropriates $1 million.
Last action: Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means (2026-05-14)
Sponsor: John Velis D
For legislation relative to repeat violent firearm offenders. The Judiciary.
Last action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee (2026-05-14)
Sponsor: Andrew Zwicker D
Prohibits use of lead ammunition in hunting.
Last action: Action Postponed (H) (2026-05-14)
Sponsor: Jim Schulte R
Modifies provisions regarding the rights of firearms owners
Last action: print number 10701a (2026-05-14)
Sponsor: Gabriella Romero D
Relates to certain types of imitation guns, including air rifles, pellet guns, and "B-B" guns.
Last action: Author added Oumou Verbeten (2026-05-13)
Sponsor: Bonnie Westlin D
Lifetime firearms ban on persons who are convicted of certain misdemeanor and gross misdemeanor domestic assault offenses establishment
Last action: House Third Reading Laid Over to 05/14/2026 - No Amendments (2026-05-13)
Sponsor: Tom Sullivan D
Concerning the regulation of firearm barrel transfers, and, in connection therewith, creating a criminal penalty for the unlawful sale of a firearm barrel.
Last action: Not Worked in Committee (2026-05-13)
Sponsor: Franklin Cooke D
An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Applications For Licenses To Carry Concealed Deadly Weapons.
Last action: Read first time and referred to the Committee on Judiciary (2026-05-13)
Sponsor: Philip Baruth D
An act relating to criminal procedures involving firearms
Last action: Referred to committee: Public Safety (2026-05-13)
Sponsor: Kyle Koehler R
To amend sections 1533.04, 2923.11, and 2923.17 of the Revised Code to remove firearm mufflers and suppressors from the classification of dangerous ordnance.
Last action: Referred to committee: Judiciary (2026-05-13)
Sponsor: Terry Johnson R
To amend section 9.68 of the Revised Code to permit individuals to seek punitive or exemplary damages against municipal corporations that pass gun control measures.
Last action: Referred to committee: Public Safety (2026-05-13)
Sponsor: Timothy Schaffer R
To enact sections 5119.081 and 5123.131 of the Revised Code regarding the carrying of firearms by certain special police officers.
Last action: From printer. (2026-05-12)
Sponsor: Tina McKinnor D
Relative to gun violence.
Last action: Author added Rehm (2026-05-12)
Sponsor: Cedrick Frazier D
Processes for applying for, securing, and enforcing extreme risk protection orders modified.
Last action: Referred to Judiciary (2026-05-11)
Sponsor: Dan Frankel D
An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in firearms and other dangerous articles, further providing for limitation on the regulation of firearms and ammunition; and, in general provisions, further providing for limitation on municipal powers.
Last action: Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Curtis J. Tarver, II (2026-05-11)
Sponsor: Kevin Olickal D
Creates the Responsibility in Firearm Legislation (RIFL) Act. Establishes a firearms manufacturer licensing program in the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, with certain requirements, including that the sum of all fees for firearms manufacturer licenses shall be equal to the public health costs and financial burdens from firearm injuries and deaths. Provides that, beginning January 1, 2028, a manufacturer of firearms may not operate in this State without a license from the Department and that a manufacturer who violates this provision is subject to a civil penalty of up to $1,000,000 per month. Provides that, beginning January 1, 2028, a retailer may not sell a firearm to a consumer in this State from a manufacturer who does not have a license from the Department and that a retailer who violates this provision is subject to a civil penalty of up to $10,000 per violation, with certain requirements. Establishes the RIFL Fund as a special fund in the State treasury, with certain limitations. Provides that the proceeds from fees under the licensing program shall be deposited into the RIFL Fund. Establishes a financial assistance program in the Department with moneys from the RIFL Fund for financial assistance to victims of firearms and for other purposes. Provides that the Department shall contract with a program administrator to administer the financial assistance program, with certain requirements. Provides that the Department shall adopt rules for financial assistance to victims of firearms, with certain requirements, including regarding exemption from certain State taxes. Provides that the Department may contract with a program administrator to implement or administer any part of the Act, with certain requirements. Provides that the Illinois State Police shall report certain information to the Department. Provides that the Department may provide for other civil penalties of no more than $1,000 per violation. Provides that the Attorney General may enforce the Act. Makes other provisions. Amends the State Finance Act to make conforming changes. Amends the Illinois Income Tax Act to make conforming changes.
Last action: Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Patrick Windhorst (2026-05-08)
Sponsor: Paul Jacobs R
Amends the Criminal Code of 2012. Provides that court security officers are exempt from provisions barring the carrying and possession of weapons in a vehicle, concealed upon one's person, or upon public streets, alleys, or other public lands within the corporate limits of a municipality. Amends the County Jail Act. Provides that court security officers shall be deemed to be qualified law enforcement officers or, if retired, shall be deemed qualified retired or separated law enforcement officers in Illinois for purposes of coverage under the federal Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act of 2004 and shall have all rights and privileges granted by that Act if the court security officer or retired court security officer is otherwise compliant with the applicable laws of this State governing the implementation and administration of the federal Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act of 2004 in the State of Illinois.
Last action: Referred to Judiciary (2026-05-07)
Sponsor: Wayne Langerholc R
An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in firearms and other dangerous articles, further providing for limitation on the regulation of firearms and ammunition; and, in preemptions, providing for regulation of firearms and ammunition.
Last action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Education Committee (2026-05-07)
Sponsor: Kenyatta Stewart D
Establishes comprehensive school-based violence prevention grant program to help youth at highest risk of involvement in gun violence; appropriates $1 million.
Last action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Military and Veterans' Affairs Committee (2026-05-07)
Sponsor: Dawn Fantasia R
Requires battlefield cross memorials in NJ include replicas of vertical rifle, helmet, boots, and dog tags.
Last action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Environment and Solid Waste Committee (2026-05-07)
Sponsor: Ellen Park D
Prohibits use of lead ammunition in hunting.
Last action: Placed on Informal Calendar (2026-05-07)
Sponsor: Jim Schulte R
Modifies provisions relating to qualified firearms safety instructors
Last action: Second Read and Referred S Transportation, Infrastructure and Public Safety Committee (2026-05-07)
Sponsor: Rick Brattin R
Creates the Office of Public Defense and authorizes the Office to acquire and transfer machine guns to residents
Last action: Second Read and Referred S Transportation, Infrastructure and Public Safety Committee (2026-05-07)
Sponsor: Stephen Webber D
Creates the offense of unlawful possession of a firearm by a minor and creates an income tax deduction for compensation as a first responder
Last action: Referred To Committee On Civil Rights, Judiciary, And Public Safety (2026-05-07)
Sponsor: Mike Hoadley R
Weapons: other; definition of dangerous weapon; provide for. Amends sec. 227 of 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.227).
Last action: Introduced and Assigned to Judiciary Committee in Senate (2026-05-06)
Sponsor: Eric Buckson R
An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Possession Of A Firearm Or Projectile Weapon In A Safe School Zone.
Last action: Ref To Com On Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House (2026-05-05)
Sponsor: Laura Budd D
Firearm & Conflict De-escalation Training Act
Last action: Third reading Passed (2026-05-04)
Sponsor: Zaynab Mohamed D
Omnibus Firearms Bill
Last action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee (2026-05-04)
Sponsor: Andrew Zwicker D
Requires seizure of ammunition and certain firearm components in response to domestic violence restraining order or conviction.
Last action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee (2026-05-04)
Sponsor: Joseph Cryan D
Establishes "New Jersey Home Safety Act" concerning firearm storage and safety; appropriates $500,000.
Last action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee (2026-05-04)
Sponsor: Dawn Fantasia R
Concerns certain sale and possession of firearms; repeals personalized handgun law.
Last action: Ref To Com On Rules and Operations of the Senate (2026-05-04)
Sponsor: Ralph Hise R
Permit Self-Defense Devices on College Campus
Last action: Public Hearing Held (S) (2026-05-04)
Sponsor: Mike Costlow R
Modifies provisions relating to firearm suppressors
Last action: PRINT NUMBER 9215A (2026-05-04)
Sponsor: Rachel May D
Relates to certain types of imitation guns, including air rifles, pellet guns, and "B-B" guns.
Last action: REFERRED TO JUDICIARY (2026-05-01)
Sponsor: Scott Kawasaki D
An Act removing devices designed, made, or adapted to muffle the report of a firearm from the definition of 'prohibited weapon.'
Last action: Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Friday, 05-01-26 at 4:15PM in Conference Room 325. (2026-05-01)
Sponsor: Lynn Decoite D
Changes from a misdemeanor to a class C felony the penalty for possessing, controlling, or transferring ownership of any firearm or ammunition by a person who is restrained by court order from contacting, threatening, or physically abusing any person. Changes from a misdemeanor to a class B felony the penalty for carrying a firearm while under the influence of a controlled substance. Establishes unlawful possession of methamphetamine while carrying a firearm as a class B felony. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)
Last action: Author added Clark (2026-04-30)
Sponsor: Clare Oumou Verbeten D
Definition modification of crime of violence for firearms crimes
Last action: Committee recommended measure be held for further study (2026-04-30)
Sponsor: William O'Brien D
CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- SENTENCING ENHANCEMENT FOR FIREARM RELATED OFFENSES -- NYNY'S LAW - Provides for sentencing enhancements for any person using prohibited firearms, being a prohibited person or engaging in certain other firearm related offenses resulting in death and constituting first or second degree murder.
Last action: Re-ref Com On Appropriations/Base Budget (2026-04-30)
Sponsor: Jim Burgin R
CFSS Gun Prsnt. for Grade 7 and 9 Students
Last action: Coauthored by Senator Jett (2026-04-30)
Sponsor: George Burns R
Firearms; disallowing regulation of certain firearm suppressors. Effective date.
Last action: Died in Possession of the Senate when the Legislature adjourned Sine Die and was PLACED IN THE LEGISLATIVE FILES. (DEAD) (2026-04-29)
Sponsor: Matthew Harrington R
An Act to Prohibit Financial Institutions from Using Merchant Category Codes to Identify or Track Firearm Purchases or Disclose Firearm Purchase Records
Last action: Died in Possession of the Senate when the Legislature adjourned Sine Die and was PLACED IN THE LEGISLATIVE FILES. (DEAD) (2026-04-29)
Sponsor: Chad Perkins R
An Act to Restore Full Civil Rights to Possess Firearms to Persons Previously Convicted of Certain Nonviolent Felonies
Last action: Re-ref Com On Appropriations/Base Budget (2026-04-29)
Sponsor: Natalie Murdock D
No Firearm Possession After DV Misdemeanors
Last action: Conference Committee Meeting will reconvene on Wednesday, 04-29-26 at 4:15PM in Conference Room 325. (2026-04-29)
Sponsor: Ronald Kouchi D
Amends the penalty for the unlawful possession, control, or transfer of a firearm or ammunition in violation of a valid judicial protective order or restraining order by reclassifying the offense from a misdemeanor to a class C felony. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)
Last action: Rule 45; subst. General Orders HF4075, SF indefinitely postponed (2026-04-28)
Sponsor: Bonnie Westlin D
Uniform procedure establishment for imposition, implementation, and oversight of firearms restrictions resulting from certain criminal convictions and judicial orders
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