To require the District of Columbia to permit Members of Congress who have a valid license or permit which is issued pursuant to the law of a State which permits the Member to carry a concealed firearm, or who is otherwise entitled to carry a concealed firearm in the State in which the Member resides, to carry a concealed firearm in the District of Columbia, and for other purposes.
- Bill Number
- H.R. 4788
- Origin Chamber
- House
- Congress
- 119th Congress, Session 1
- Policy Area
- Crime and Law Enforcement
- Status
- Introduced
- Latest Action
- 2025-07-29: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- Last Updated
- 2026-02-11T09:06:20Z
AI-Generated Summary
Purpose
The legislation aims to mandate that the District of Columbia allow Members of Congress who hold valid concealed firearm permits or rights from their home states to carry concealed firearms within the District.
Key Provisions
- Amends Section 5 of the Act of July 8, 1932 (D.C. Official Code section 22-4505) by adding a new subsection (c).
- Exempts qualifying Members of Congress from restrictions on pistols under section 4(a) of the existing D.C. law, provided they:
- Are not prohibited by federal law from possessing, transporting, shipping, or receiving a firearm.
- Hold a valid state-issued license or permit for concealed carry, or are otherwise entitled to carry concealed in their state of residence.
- Carry a valid photo identification document.
- Defines "Member of Congress" to include Senators, Representatives, Delegates, and Resident Commissioners.
- Redesignates the prior subsection (c) as subsection (d).
- Establishes an immediate effective date upon enactment.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
- Introduces an explicit exception in D.C. firearm regulations that previously applied uniformly, creating a targeted allowance for Members of Congress based on out-of-state permits.
- Overrides certain D.C.-specific restrictions on concealed carry for this group without altering the general framework for other individuals.
Potential Impacts
- Requires the District of Columbia government and its agencies to recognize and permit concealed carry by eligible Members of Congress, affecting local enforcement practices.
- Enables Members of Congress to exercise concealed carry rights in the District that align with their home state authorizations.
- May influence interactions between federal legislators and D.C. law enforcement or security protocols, though no direct effects on international relations are specified.
Main Stakeholders Affected
- Members of Congress, who gain the ability to carry concealed firearms in the District under defined conditions.
- The District of Columbia government and local officials, who must adjust policies to comply with the new requirement.
- Law enforcement agencies in the District, responsible for implementing the exemption during permitting and enforcement activities.
Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications
- Involves congressional authority to legislate directly on District of Columbia matters, potentially intersecting with issues of local self-governance.
- Addresses firearm possession rights in a federal district, referencing federal definitions of firearms and prohibitions.
- Takes effect immediately, bypassing any delayed implementation period.
This summary was generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Refer to the official source document for the authoritative text.
Sponsor
Rep. Clyde, Andrew S. [R-GA-9]
Cosponsors (45)
Rep. Harris, Andy [R-MD-1], Rep. Crane, Elijah [R-AZ-2], Rep. Self, Keith [R-TX-3], Rep. Ogles, Andrew [R-TN-5], Rep. Amodei, Mark E. [R-NV-2], Rep. Higgins, Clay [R-LA-3], Rep. Burlison, Eric [R-MO-7], Rep. Harshbarger, Diana [R-TN-1], Rep. Perry, Scott [R-PA-10], Rep. McGuire, John J. [R-VA-5], Rep. Biggs, Sheri [R-SC-3], Rep. Rulli, Michael A. [R-OH-6], Rep. Norman, Ralph [R-SC-5], Rep. Stutzman, Marlin A. [R-IN-3], Rep. Johnson, Dusty [R-SD-At Large], Rep. Carter, Earl L. "Buddy" [R-GA-1], Rep. Harris, Mark [R-NC-8], Rep. Roy, Chip [R-TX-21], Rep. Donalds, Byron [R-FL-19], Rep. Cuellar, Henry [D-TX-28], Rep. Weber, Randy K. Sr. [R-TX-14], Rep. Fry, Russell [R-SC-7], Rep. Mills, Cory [R-FL-7], Rep. Babin, Brian [R-TX-36], Rep. Reschenthaler, Guy [R-PA-14], Rep. Steube, W. Gregory [R-FL-17], Rep. Brecheen, Josh [R-OK-2], Rep. Hern, Kevin [R-OK-1], Rep. Gill, Brandon [R-TX-26], Rep. Davidson, Warren [R-OH-8], Rep. McDowell, Addison P. [R-NC-6], Rep. Gosar, Paul A. [R-AZ-9], Rep. Moran, Nathaniel [R-TX-1], Rep. Mace, Nancy [R-SC-1], Rep. Biggs, Andy [R-AZ-5], Rep. Miller, Mary E. [R-IL-15], Rep. Downing, Troy [R-MT-2], Rep. Hunt, Wesley [R-TX-38], Rep. Moore, Riley M. [R-WV-2], Rep. Cloud, Michael [R-TX-27], Rep. Sessions, Pete [R-TX-17], Rep. Edwards, Chuck [R-NC-11], Rep. Stauber, Pete [R-MN-8], Rep. Wied, Tony [R-WI-8], Rep. Franklin, Scott [R-FL-18]
Recent Actions
- 2025-07-29: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- 2025-07-29: Introduced in House
- 2025-07-29: Introduced in House
Bill Versions
- To require the District of Columbia to permit Members of Congress who have a valid license or permit which is issued pursuant to the law of a State which permits the Member to carry a concealed firearm, or who is otherwise entitled to carry a concealed firearm in the State in which the Member resides, to carry a concealed firearm in the District of Columbia, and for other purposes. — issued 2025-07-29 — PDF (3 pages)