The state of Illinois is considering enacting state level firearms retailer legislation. In its current form the bill would likely cause closure of most firearm retailers in the state.
Here is a basic overview:
- Dealers would be licensed by a by a five-member board consisting of a police chief, a state police officer, an officer of an anti-gun organization, a lawyer, and an FFL holder.
- All licensed firearm retailers would be subject to inspection and the licensing board would retain the power to close a retailer at any time based on their definition of public safety reasons.
- In order to apply for a dealer license the applicant must have worked in a licensed gun shop.
- The Department of Financial and Professional Regulation would establish dealer licensing fees without any oversight.
If you care about firearms and live in Illinois you need to take action.
Here is a link to the bill:
Here is a link an NSSF document that details the basics and contact numbers of all Illinois state senators. Illinois residents please call your state senator and let them know you oppose this bill. You have to take action.