HB5320 - 104th General Assembly (2025-2026)

EDUC/GUN OWNER-FIREARM SAFETY
Last Action
2/10/2026 - House: Referred to Rules Committee
House Sponsors
Rep. Tracy Katz Muhl
Statutes Amended In Order of Appearance
105 ILCS 5/27-1020  was 105 ILCS 5/27-17
105 ILCS 128/20  
430 ILCS 68/5-20  
Synopsis As Introduced
Amends the Courses of Study Article of the School Code. Provides that instruction in safety education shall include the risks of firearm ownership and usage for students enrolled in grades 6 through 12. Sets forth what information this instruction must include, provides that the instruction may be taught by a licensed educator, school nurse, or school counselor, provides for student evaluation, and requires the State Board of Education to develop an age-appropriate, trauma-informed curriculum. Amends the School Safety Drill Act. Requires schools to provide, after a lockdown drill has been completed, a forum for trauma-informed discussion with students, parents, and staff regarding any mental health concerns that the impact of the lockdown drill has had on students. Amends the Firearm Dealer License Certification Act. Makes changes to require a certified firearm dealer to provide, at the time of application for a firearm purchase, specified information to increase awareness about the risks posed by firearms in the home and State laws regarding firearm ownership.
Actions
DateChamberAction
2/05/2026HouseFiled with the Clerk by Rep. Tracy Katz Muhl
2/10/2026HouseFirst Reading
2/10/2026HouseReferred to Rules Committee