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Secure Weapon Storage for Congressional Staff in Office Buildings.

New legislation allows House of Representatives employees authorized to carry weapons in D.C. to bring them into House office buildings. Weapons must be immediately placed in secure lockers operated by the U.S. Capitol Police and retrieved upon leaving. This aims to enhance the safety of commuting employees who can legally carry weapons outside federal buildings.
Key points
House employees with D.C. weapon permits can bring their weapons into House office buildings.
Weapons must be stored in secure lockers managed by the U.S. Capitol Police.
The goal is to improve personal safety for employees commuting to and from work, given crime rates in D.C.
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Print number: 118_HR_1566
Sponsor: Rep. Steube, W. Gregory [R-FL-17]
Process start date: 2023-03-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Safe Storage Lockers for House Office Buildings Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_1566.

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 2023-03-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • House employees with D.C. weapon permits can bring their weapons into House office buildings.
  • Weapons must be stored in secure lockers managed by the U.S. Capitol Police.
  • The goal is to improve personal safety for employees commuting to and from work, given crime rates in D.C.
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 Rep. Steube, W. Gregory [R-FL-17].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Oversight.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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