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Treasury Officers Can Carry Service Weapons Off-Duty to Residence

New rules allow Department of the Treasury law enforcement officers, who investigate crimes or protect officials, to carry and store their service weapons at home even when off duty. This aims to enhance their personal safety. For citizens, it means more armed officers might be present in public spaces outside of their working hours.
Key points
Department of the Treasury law enforcement officers can carry service weapons to their homes while off duty.
This applies to officers involved in investigating crimes or protecting U.S. officials.
The purpose is to enhance the personal safety of these officers.
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Print number: 117_HR_7557
Sponsor: Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]
Process start date: 2022-04-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Department of the Treasury Officer Protection Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7557.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-04-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Department of the Treasury law enforcement officers can carry service weapons to their homes while off duty.
  • This applies to officers involved in investigating crimes or protecting U.S. officials.
  • The purpose is to enhance the personal safety of these officers.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E395-396)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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