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NJ S1898
Bill
Status
1/9/2024
Primary Sponsor
Carmen Amato
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AI Summary
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Extends the right to carry a handgun at all times in New Jersey to honorably discharged veterans of the United States Armed Forces or National Guard, in addition to retired law enforcement officers already permitted under existing law.
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Requires veterans to apply to the Superintendent of State Police every two years for approval and obtain verification of service from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs certifying length of service and honorable discharge date.
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Mandates that veterans semi-annually qualify in the use of the handgun they carry and pay the costs associated with those qualifications.
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Disqualifies veterans who are subject to disabilities listed in N.J.S.2C:58-3 (which includes felony convictions, mental health commitments, and other prohibiting factors) from possessing or carrying a firearm.
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Limits eligibility to veterans age 75 or younger, consistent with existing restrictions on retired law enforcement officers.
Legislative Description
Allows judgment for restitution of stolen public funds to be levied against convicted employee's retirement allowance or pension contributions.
State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee
1/9/2024