HR 8855 United States House · 119th Congress

To amend title 18, United States Code, to establish nationwide concealed carry reciprocity for certain members of the Armed Forces, and for other purposes.

This bill expands the ability for active-duty military personnel to carry concealed firearms across state lines by adding them to the list of individuals covered under existing federal reciprocity rules. To qualify, a service member must be on active duty and have completed a military firearms qualification within the last 12 months, using their Department of Defense ID card and proof of training as identification. The legislation amends Title 18 of the U.S. Code to clarify that these armed forces members can carry concealed weapons in states that allow it for qualified law enforcement officers. This change directly affects active-duty military service members who wish to travel while carrying a firearm, aligning their rights with those of certain law enforcement officers.
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Introduced May 15, 2026 Last action May 15, 2026
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