The proposed bill requires the State Police to notify local law enforcement agencies when certain prohibited individuals, such as those with serious criminal convictions or those subject to domestic violence restraining orders, attempt to purchase firearms or ammunition. Retail dealers are mandated to conduct National Instant Criminal Background Checks before any firearm transaction and report any denials to the Superintendent of State Police. The Superintendent must then inform the chief law enforcement officer of the municipality where the denied individual resides, or the appropriate commanding officer if no local agency exists. This notification process is designed to enhance public safety by ensuring local authorities are aware of individuals who are legally barred from purchasing firearms.

Furthermore, the bill establishes new requirements for obtaining a permit to purchase a handgun or a firearms purchaser identification card. Applicants must complete a firearms safety course and provide detailed personal information, with new identification cards required to include a color photograph and be electronically linked to the holder's fingerprints. The legislation also emphasizes the importance of maintaining transaction records and provides a framework for appealing denied applications. Overall, the bill aims to strengthen firearm purchase regulations and improve communication between state and local law enforcement, reinforcing existing laws that prohibit certain individuals from acquiring firearms.