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Yednock applauds governor signing gun legislation into law

Representative Lance Yednock (D)
76th District – Photo ILGA.gov

 
 

SPRINGFIELD – Last week, state Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, was happy to hear that Governor Pritzker signed commonsense gun legislation that reduces the restrictions members of the military and law enforcement into law.

“Members of law enforcement and the military are regularly trained to handle firearms responsibly,” said Yednock. “It is too burdensome for someone who is already certified in firearm training to be forced to undergo additional requirements that the government thinks is a good idea.”

Yednock cosponsored Senate Bill 1139, which is designed to lift a number of burdens facing those applying for a concealed carry license or FOID card, including:

  • Restructures the validity of concealed carry licenses by stating that licenses may expire 5 years from the expiration date of the prior license rather than 5 years from the renewal application date.
  • Clarifies that law enforcement is exempt from concealed carry restrictions according to federal law.
  • Authorizes off-duty law enforcement to carry a concealed firearm while hunting.
  • Allows military personnel to apply for a FOID card or conceal carry license when they are 18 years of age instead of 21.

“I am glad the Governor saw this legislation for what it was, practical,” said Yednock. “2nd Amendment Rights are fundamental to the safety and security of our citizens, and responsible gun owners across Illinois will benefit from less gun regulations.”

Governor Pritzker signed the Yednock-backed bill on Friday July 12th. It will become law starting January 1st, 2020.

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