"In ruling that Illinois must allow individuals to carry ready-to-use firearms in public, the 7th Circuit Court's decision goes beyond what the U.S. Supreme Court has held and conflicts with decisions by two other federal appellate courts. Based on those decisions, it is appropriate to ask the full 7th Circuit to review this case," Madigan said in a statement issued today.



Lawmakers were given six months to draft legislation allowing for concealed carry in Illinois, and that timeline is not impacted by Tuesday's action.



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