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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.

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US HR 4788 · House Bill · 119th Congress

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In committee
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Sponsors
46
Latest action
Jul 29, 2025

What it does

The bill would require the District of Columbia to allow Members of Congress who hold a valid concealed carry license or permit from their state of residence—or who are otherwise entitled to carry a concealed firearm under state law—to carry a concealed firearm in D.C., provided they are not federally prohibited from possessing firearms and carry a photo ID. It amends D.C. Official Code § 22–4505 by adding a new subsection that exempts qualifying Members of Congress from existing restrictions on carrying pistols in the District. The change would take effect upon enactment and applies to Senators, Representatives, Delegates, and Resident Commissioners.

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Where it stands

  1. Introduced (Done)

    Jul 29, 2025

  2. Committee (Current step)

    In committee · Jul 29, 2025

  3. Floor (Not started)

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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. | 52