MS SB2394

Decreases concealed weapons license fee from $100 to $80 and renewal fee from $50 to $40, effective July 1, 2015.

Exempts active duty members of the Armed Forces from payment of both initial license and renewal fees (joining existing exemptions for retired law enforcement officers and disabled veterans).

Requires Commissioner of Public Safety to promulgate rules for licenses issued to retired law enforcement officers and retired correctional officers, including red background licenses with "retired law enforcement officer" designation and requirements for agency letterhead verification of honorable retirement and law enforcement training completion.

Reduces senior renewal fee from $25 to $20 for Mississippi residents age 65 or older.

Exempts loaded or unloaded pistols or revolvers carried in purses, handbags, briefcases, or fully enclosed cases from licensing requirements.