The Idaho State Police is backing changes to state concealed weapons permits that could save some money and require proof of citizenship from all applicants.
The two-part proposal has already passed the House on a 62-3 vote. On Monday, a Senate panel approved the measure, sending it to the Senate floor.
The legislation would eliminate a requirement that all applications be completed in triplicate, usually tear-off, carbon copy forms. ISP and county sheriffs, who issue concealed carry permits, could switch to forms that could easily be scanned onto a computer – that move that could save ISP $2,500 a year.
New applications would also require a person’s citizenship and place of birth. The change is mandated by federal law, because the state concealed weapon license is treated like a federal background check that was created by the Brady Bill. (IdahoReporter.com)
