SB3253 Amendment Summary

• Requires applicants for new concealed carry licenses to complete at least 16 hours of approved firearms training covering safety, marksmanship, firearm care, state and federal laws, and law enforcement interaction.

• Mandates live fire range qualification with a minimum of 30 rounds (10 rounds each from 5, 7, and 10 yards) with 70% accuracy on a B-27 silhouette target.

• Requires renewal applicants to complete at least 3 hours of approved firearms training.

• Exempts active law enforcement officers, corrections officers, certified firearms instructors, and persons with existing firearm control cards from training requirements.

• Allows up to 8 hours of previously completed training to count toward the 16-hour requirement if approved by the Department, with remaining hours covering firearm laws and range qualification.