Authorizes elected official and their chief of staff to carry certain firearms, subject to compliance with training requirements.
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Overview
This bill would allow elected officials and their chiefs of staff to carry certain firearms, subject to completing specific training requirements. It amends existing state law (N.J.S.2C:39-6) to include various categories of individuals, such as law enforcement officers, corrections personnel, and certain public safety employees, who are currently authorized to carry firearms. The bill also outlines requirements for annual firearm proficiency testing and emphasizes the need for secure storage of firearms. It includes provisions related to antique firearms and chemical deterrents for animal control.
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