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IL SB3303

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/3/2026

Primary Sponsor

Chris Balkema

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Origin

Senate

104th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act to update the printed statement on FOID cards that qualify for a photograph exemption
  • Replaces the existing reference to federal code (18 U.S.C. 922(t)(1)(C)) with plain language specifying acceptable forms of photographic identification
  • Specifies that photo-exempt FOID cards are valid for firearm purchases at federally licensed dealers when presented with a REAL ID compliant or standard state driver's license, state identification card, or U.S. passport
  • Photo-exempt FOID cards contain fingerprints instead of a photograph
  • Takes effect immediately upon becoming law

Legislative Description

FOID-PHOTOGRAPH EXEMPTION

Last Action

Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As March 27, 2026

3/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Executive2/17/2026
Assignments2/3/2026

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