ENHANCED LICENSES TO CARRY CONCEALED WEAPONS – Amends existing law to provide that certain persons may provide instruction on Idaho law regarding firearms and the use of deadly force.
Reported Signed by Governor on March 26, 2026 Session Law Chapter 159 Effective: 07/01/2026
Summary
The bill adds a new class of concealed‑carry permit that requires applicants to complete a certified handgun course and undergo extensive fingerprint and background checks. It sets application fees, renewal rules, and a five‑year validity period, and it directs the attorney general to seek reciprocity with other states. The measure aims to improve public safety while giving qualified residents a clearer path to carry a concealed weapon.
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