A measure before the Idaho Legislature would allow anyone of at least 18 years of age who can legally possess firearms to carry a concealed handgun within city limits. Idaho residents 18 and older are allowed to carry a concealed handgun within city limits in the Gem State without a permit or training following a new law that went into place last summer. The new legislation to expand the privilege to any legal resident of the United States was approved for a hearing by the House State Affairs Committee today (MON). Republican Representative Christy Zito says her bill is intended to clear up confusion. While she didn’t speak with the Idaho Sheriffs Association about the measure, Zito says the Idaho Fraternal Order of Police chose not to support the legislation, but won’t oppose it. Democratic Representative John Gannon had concerns it could mean extra work for Idaho law enforcement agencies trying to determine if a non-resident qualified under Idaho law to possess a firearm. (AP) Photo by Andy Montes de Oca on Unsplash
