A 260 New Jersey General Assembly · 2026-2027 Regular Session

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.

This bill establishes a 5-year pilot program providing free firearm safety training to low-income New Jersey residents seeking certain firearm permits. It directly affects individuals earning under $75,000 annually (single) or $150,000 (married couple filing jointly) who qualify for a firearms purchaser ID card, handgun purchase permit, or carry permit. The program offers training courses in three regions (north, central, south) twice yearly, or provides vouchers for approved private training. After successful completion, applicants receive their required permit, and the program must be evaluated with a report to the Governor and Legislature within 90 days of termination.
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026 Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Jan 13, 2026
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Paul Kanitra
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