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Legislative updates, court decisions, and regulatory changes affecting Illinois firearms law.

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Illinois Mandatory Firearm Tracing Law: eTrace and NIBIN Requirements

Illinois Public Act 104-0030 (HB1373) requires all law enforcement agencies to submit recovered crime guns to ATF eTrace and NIBIN within 2 business days. Makes eTrace participation mandatory statewide. Effective July 28, 2025. No impact on civilian gun ownership.

Regulatory Updates
Who: Illinois law enforcement agencies — no direct impact on civilian gun ownersReviewed May 3, 2026