HR 9979 United States House · 119th Congress

Freedom to Ship Act

The Freedom to Ship Act prohibits motor carriers from discriminating against the lawful transportation of firearms, ammunition, and related components across state lines. It specifically bans carriers from refusing to transport these items, imposing unreasonable conditions, charging higher fees than for similar goods, or forcing shippers to waive privacy protections. Violations can result in civil penalties of up to $10,000 per incident and allow harmed shippers to sue for damages. The bill also repeals an existing federal statute that previously allowed carriers to refuse such shipments based on state laws.

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Jul 2026

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Introduced Jul 30, 2026 Last action Jul 30, 2026

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Jul 30, 2026

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Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

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Jul 30, 2026

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1 primary · 3 co-sponsors