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SB 3127

CONCEALED CARRY-RECIPROCITY

104th Regular Session Introduced by Neil Anderson

Extends Illinois concealed carry recognition to non-residents from certain states, with ISP-recognized licenses and 90-day stay after establishing Illinois residence.

Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 15, 2026
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Bill Summary · SB 3127

Summary of SB 3127 (102nd/104th Illinois General Assembly) — Concealed Carry Reciprocity

Note: This summary reflects the introduced version of the bill as of February 2, 2026.

Purpose and intent

  • Extend concealed carry recognition to non-residents under Illinois law, creating a reciprocal framework for carry permits/licenses from other states.
  • Establish conditions under which non-residents may carry a handgun in Illinois, aligning recognition with certain training requirements and reciprocal agreements with neighboring states.

Key provisions and changes

  • Section 42 added to the Firearm Concealed Carry Act (430 ILCS 66):
    • (a) Non-resident eligibility to carry:
    • Must be 21 years of age or older.
    • Must have in immediate possession a valid license or permit issued by another state that authorizes concealed carry, and that license/permit is recognized by the Illinois State Police (ISP) under subsection (b) of this section.
    • Must not be a resident of Illinois.
    • Must be a legal resident of the United States.
    • (b) ISP recognition and reciprocity:
    • ISP shall recognize licenses/permits from states whose requirements to obtain a permit/licensure are substantially similar to Illinois’ training requirements (as defined in Section 75 of the Act).
    • ISP shall enter into reciprocal agreements with contiguous states (Iowa, Missouri, Wisconsin, Indiana, Kentucky) if those states recognize Illinois concealed carry licenses.
    • (c) Parity of restrictions:
    • A non-resident carrying under this provision is subject to the same laws and restrictions as a resident license holder under the Act.
    • (d) Temporary validity upon establishing residence in Illinois:
    • If a non-resident license/permit holder establishes legal residence in Illinois, the license/permit remains valid in Illinois for 90 days after establishing residence.
    • “Establishing legal residence” can be demonstrated by:
      • Registering to vote in Illinois,
      • Obtaining an Illinois driver’s license or state ID,
      • Filing for a homestead tax exemption on Illinois property.
  • (Section 99) Effective date:
    • The act takes effect upon becoming law (immediate effect).

Who would be affected

  • Non-residents who hold concealed carry licenses/permits from states recognized by ISP under the bill.
  • Residents of Illinois would continue to be governed by existing concealed carry provisions, with contemporaneous amendments applying indirectly through reciprocal recognition.
  • States that have reciprocal agreements with Illinois (or that meet the “substantially similar training” standard) will be involved in the ISP recognition process.
  • Illinois residents who move to another state and later return could encounter the 90-day recognition provision if they establish residence.

Timeline and process notes

  • Effective date: Immediate upon enactment (no phased rollout stated).
  • ISP reciprocity process:
    • ISP must recognize certain out-of-state permits/licenses.
    • ISP is required to seek/enter into reciprocal agreements with contiguous states if those states recognize Illinois licenses.
  • If a non-resident becomes an Illinois resident:
    • Their out-of-state license/permit remains valid in Illinois for 90 days after establishing residence, subject to the methods of establishing residence listed (voter registration, Illinois driver’s license/ID, or homestead exemption filing).

Practical implications

  • Expanded carry access for non-residents from certain states, subject to training comparability and reciprocal agreements.
  • Creates consistency in enforcement: non-residents under Illinois rules would be subject to Illinois laws while carrying in the state.
  • Potential administrative workload on ISP to evaluate “substantially similar” training standards and manage reciprocal agreements with neighboring states.

If you’d like, I can compare SB 3127’s provisions to current Illinois concealed carry law (430 ILCS 66) and summarize potential gaps, ambiguities, or implementation considerations.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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