New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

A 3227: Allows county sheriffs to issue firearms identification cards and permits to purchase handguns; authorizes county sheriffs to accept applications for permits to carry handguns.

In committee Last action January 13, 2026: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee

Plain-language summary

A 3227 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Allows county sheriffs to issue firearms identification cards and permits to purchase handguns; authorizes county sheriffs to accept applications for permits to carry handguns. Primary sponsor: Jay Webber (Republican), Dawn Fantasia (Republican). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Jay Webber (Republican); Dawn Fantasia (Republican). 1 co-sponsor.