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SB 297

CRIM CD-FIREARM SILENCER

104th Regular Session Introduced by Neil Anderson and 3 co-sponsors

SB 297 modifies Illinois criminal code provisions governing firearm silencers, potentially altering current state possession and sales restrictions.

Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Terri Bryant
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Bill Summary · SB 297

Legislative bill overview

SB 297 would modify Illinois criminal code provisions related to firearm silencers. The bill appears to adjust existing regulations governing the possession, manufacturing, or sale of firearm sound suppressors. The specific amendments have not yet advanced through committee review.

Why is this important

Firearm silencer regulations intersect gun rights and public safety concerns. Illinois currently maintains strict restrictions on silencers that differ from federal law, making this legislation potentially significant for gun owners, manufacturers, and law enforcement perspectives on noise regulation and crime prevention.

Potential points of contention

  • Gun rights vs. public safety trade-off: Supporters argue silencers are hearing protection; opponents contend they reduce gunshot detection in urban areas
  • Federal-state regulatory conflict: Unclear whether changes align with or diverge from federal National Firearms Act requirements
  • Law enforcement impact: Police departments may have concerns about reduced auditory detection of shots fired in crime investigations

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

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