IL SB3030

Lowers the minimum age to apply for a Firearm Owner's Identification Card without parental consent from 21 years to 18 years of age, except for active duty U.S. Armed Forces members who remain exempt from age restrictions.

Removes the prior requirement that applicants under 21 provide written parental/guardian consent and a parent/guardian affidavit stating they are not prohibited from possessing firearms.

Changes the religious exemption to the photograph requirement from age 21 to age 18, requiring applicants to submit an approved IRS Form 4029 with their application.

Modifies provisions for applicants under 18 who are not active duty military, requiring annual proof of active duty status to the Department of State Police instead of one-time parental consent.

Updates denial and revocation grounds to align with the new age threshold of 18 instead of 21 for certain disqualifying factors related to minors' criminal history.