New legislation would modernize the state’s FOID and concealed carry systems.
The bill is an initiative of the Illinois State Police and Director Brendan Kelly says makes some much-needed updates. For starters, he says they want to sync up the FOID and concealed carry permits into one card and allow them to be renewed at the same time.
“We are requesting that they create an electronic card like when you get on a plane, get a vaccination, or go to a movie instead of an antiquated paper card that can be instantly updated that can reduce wait time and be immediately communicated through email or text.”
The measure also creates an online portal of people prohibited from owning a gun for use by law enforcement agencies.
