Governor considers change to gun permit law

Governor considers change to gun permit law


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A lot of Utah's concealed carry permits go out of state, and Gov. Jon Huntsman doesn't see the benefit unless the law is changed to help tourism. He's considering the idea.

"Let's use it as a travel and tourism opportunity; have them come here to our state to go through the prerequisites here while staying in our hotels and dining in our restaurants," the governor said.

It's in response to the Department of Public Safety's problem. It is having a hard time tracking instructors and permit holders outside Utah.

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