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AB 1948: Firearms: concealed carry licenses.

California · Assembly · 2025–2026 Regular Session · last verified August 17, 2026

What AB 1948 does, verified August 17, 2026

This bill aims to extend the duration of concealed carry licenses to 3 years from the date of issuance. Currently, these licenses are valid for 2 years. The proposed change would allow holders of concealed carry licenses to carry firearms for a longer period. The bill also makes conforming changes to ensure the new law is implemented effectively.

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Last action: Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 44, Statutes of 2026. (2026-06-30)Alert me
Recent actions16 total · showing 5
Jun. 30, 2026Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 44, Statutes of 2026.
Jun. 30, 2026Approved by the Governor.
Jun. 24, 2026Enrolled and presented to the Governor at 11:30 a.m.
Jun. 15, 2026In Assembly. Ordered to Engrossing and Enrolling.
Jun. 15, 2026Read third time. Passed. Ordered to the Assembly. (Ayes 38. Noes 0. Page 4760.).
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