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NJ A260

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Paul Kanitra

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Origin

General Assembly

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates a five-year pilot program administered by the Superintendent of State Police to provide free firearms training for applicants seeking a firearms purchaser identification card, handgun purchase permit, or handgun carry permit in New Jersey

  • Eligibility requires annual income below $75,000 for single filers or $150,000 for married couples filing jointly, plus meeting other existing qualification requirements

  • State-run training courses must be offered twice per year in one northern, one central, and one southern county, or alternatively applicants may receive vouchers for approved private training courses

  • Superintendent must submit an evaluation report to the Governor and Legislature within 90 days of program termination, with recommendations on whether to continue, expand, or make the program permanent

  • Program expires automatically upon submission of the required evaluation report

Legislative Description

Establishes pilot program to provide training at no cost to certain persons seeking firearms purchaser identification card, permit to purchase handgun, or permit to carry handgun.

Judiciary

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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