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Requires Attorney General to compile and publicly report certain statistics pertaining to permits to carry for handguns and firearm purchaser identification cards.
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Bill overview
This bill requires the New Jersey Attorney General to collect and publicly release statistics related to permits to carry handguns and firearm purchaser identification cards. The goal is to track permit applications, approvals, and denials, along with demographic information about applicants. This data collection is intended to assess potential disparities in outcomes based on race and other factors, aligning with legal precedents regarding equal protection and constitutional rights related to firearm ownership.
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