Ill. Senator shoots FOID in the back

Ill. Senator Ira Silverstein (D-8 (2951 W. Devon St., Chicago; 773/743-5015; unpublished e-mail address)) is trying to shoot gun owners in the back. This week he introduced SB 2646, which would require all FOID cardholders to carry $100,000 of liability insurance "specifically covering any damages resulting from negligent or willful acts involving the use of a firearm while owned or carried by the person."

The problem?

No insurance company issues such a policy.

So, if such a policy is required but you can't buy it, would that allow the ISP to revoke your FOID card?

And we all know that having a FOID card doesn't mean that you actually own a firearm. It is your Illinois permission to own or handle a firearm.
 
Sen. Silverstein ought to be a pretty smart guy, what with a law degree from John Marshall Law School and in the Legislature since 1999.

But he is sneaky - like a fox lurking around the hen house.

Maybe he should be targeted by lobbyists for replacement, when his Illinois Senate term expires. 

Anyone who thinks the attack on concealed carry is over should think again. Stay in contact with your elected representatives and plan now to attend IGOLD.