IL HB1146

Lowers the age requirement for applying for a Firearm Owner's Identification Card (FOID) without parental or legal guardian consent from 21 years to 18 years of age.

Allows applicants under 18 years old to obtain a FOID if they are active duty members of the United States Armed Forces or have written parental consent, subject to existing disqualification criteria.

Requires applicants under 21 years old to demonstrate they have never been convicted of a misdemeanor (other than traffic offenses) or adjudged delinquent, effective as a separate eligibility criterion.

Establishes that active duty military members under 18 years old must annually submit proof of their military status to the Illinois State Police.

Makes conforming changes to Section 8 (grounds for denial and revocation) to reflect the new age requirements and eligibility standards.