123rd MAINE LEGISLATURE
LD 778 LR 1926(01)
An Act To Enhance the Qualifications for a Concealed Firearms Permit
Fiscal Note for Original Bill
Sponsor: Sen. Turner of Cumberland
Committee: Criminal Justice and Public Safety
Fiscal Note Required: Yes
             
Fiscal Note
Potential current biennium revenue decrease - General Fund
Fiscal Detail and Notes
Changing the qualifications for obtaining a concealed firearms permit is likely to decrease General Fund revenue collected from permit fees.  The Department of Public Safety estimates that there are between 3,000 and 4,000 permits issued each year to individuals who would not qualify under the provisions of the bill.  The amount of any revenue loss will depend on decisions made by individuals whether to work to qualify for a concealed firearms permit under the new requirements and can not be determined at this time.