IL has launched the website to apply for a concealed carry permit, making it at least theoretically possible to get a permit, or carry without one, in every state in the Union. The requirements are definitely stricter than North of the border here in Wisconsin, and local law enforcement can “object,” which could make it more difficult, at least in areas like Chicago.

IL state police expect 300,000 to 400,000 citizens to pay at least $150 for the license. Out of state licenses are available only to residents of states that have “substantially similar” firearms laws, as of this post only Hawaii qualifies.