Allows active duty members of United States military to carry firearm at all times.
This bill would amend New Jersey law to allow active duty members of the United States military and National Guard to carry firearms at all times within the state, rather than only while on duty or traveling between duty locations. Currently, military personnel can carry authorized weapons while on duty or traveling between duty locations, but this bill would extend that right to all times. The bill specifies that military members would only be permitted to carry firearms authorized for civilian use in New Jersey. The sponsor cites concerns about threats against military personnel, referencing incidents like the 2009 Fort Hood shooting and other attacks on military installations.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
May 2025
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced May 15, 2025
Last action May 15, 2025
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May 15, 2025
Introduced
Introduced in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Military and Veterans' Affairs Committee
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1 primary · 1 co-sponsor
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