HB 1367 - Concealed Weapons or Firearms Licensing Summary

• Reduces license validity period from 7 years to 5 years for concealed weapon or firearm permits in Florida

• Increases maximum license fees from $39 to $55 for initial licenses and from $32 to $45 for renewals

• Requires renewals to include proof of completion of a firearms training or safety course of at least 8 hours within 6 months before expiration, taught by law enforcement or nationally recognized gun safety organizations

• Establishes that military service in the U.S. Armed Forces qualifies as demonstrating competence with a firearm for initial licensing

• Requires Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services to bear all fingerprint retention fees for applicants and renewing licensees, with charges exempted from sales tax