hold on there's just too much going on in Congress lmao...
Ends D.C. gun registration, allows permitless concealed carry, eases purchases.
Representative Dan Crenshaw (Republican, Texas).
In committee, no House vote yet.
This bill seeks to overhaul Washington D.C.'s firearm regulations. It would eliminate gun registration, permit concealed carry without a license, and lift bans on certain types of firearms. It also allows D.C. residents to buy firearms from dealers in Virginia or Maryland. The bill was introduced by Representative Dan Crenshaw, a Republican from Texas, and has been referred to the House Committees on Oversight and Government Reform and the Judiciary for review and consideration.
Introduced Apr 15, 2026
The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on April 15, 2026. It has been referred to two committees: the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform and the Committee on the Judiciary. Before it can proceed to a full House vote, these committees must review it. If it passes the House, it would then move to the Senate for consideration, and if approved there, would go to the President to be signed into law.
If this bill becomes law, D.C. residents and visitors would no longer be required to register their firearms with the District government. Individuals 21 or older who are not federally prohibited from owning a firearm could carry a concealed handgun in D.C. without needing a permit or license. Additionally, District residents would be able to purchase firearms from licensed dealers in Virginia and Maryland, as if they were residents of those states, provided federal background checks are completed. The bill would also remove D.C.'s bans on firearms based on features like detachable magazines or pistol grips, effectively repealing 'assault weapon' bans and prohibitions on 'large capacity ammunition feeding devices.'
Supporters Say
Supporters argue this bill protects Second Amendment rights by removing restrictive D.C. firearm laws.
Critics Say
Critics of such measures typically raise concerns about public safety and potential increases in gun violence.
Those in favor of the bill assert it is necessary to uphold the Second Amendment rights of both D.C. residents and visitors, stating that current District laws impose undue burdens. They believe modernizing these laws and eliminating prior restraints on firearm acquisition and possession is essential. While the bill text does not present specific counter-arguments, legislative debates around similar gun law changes often involve concerns from critics about the potential for increased gun violence and public safety risks associated with looser firearm regulations.