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.
New Jersey's A738 establishes a five-year pilot program providing free firearm safety training to low-income residents seeking specific permits. It directly affects individuals earning under $75,000 annually (single) or $150,000 (married filing jointly) who need training for a firearms purchaser ID, handgun purchase permit, or permit to carry. The program offers state-run training courses twice yearly in three geographic regions (north, central, south) or provides vouchers for approved private training. Successful completion allows applicants to receive their permit or card, with a final report required to evaluate the program's effectiveness and recommend next steps.
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Introduced Jan 9, 2024
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Introduced in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
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Mike Torrissi
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