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Safe Weapon Storage in House Office Buildings

New rules allow House of Representatives employees who legally possess self-defense weapons in the District of Columbia to bring them into House office buildings. Weapons must be immediately placed in secure lockers operated by the U.S. Capitol Police upon entry and retrieved just before leaving the building. This aims to enhance the safety of commuting employees given the high crime rates in Washington D.C.
Key points
House of Representatives employees can bring legally owned self-defense weapons (e.g., pepper spray, stun guns, firearms) into House office buildings.
Weapons must be immediately stored in secure lockers at building entrances, managed by the U.S. Capitol Police.
Weapons can only be retrieved directly before exiting the building.
The goal is to improve the safety of employees commuting in Washington D.C., due to high violent crime rates.
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Print number: 119_HR_1749
Sponsor: Rep. Steube, W. Gregory [R-FL-17]
Process start date: 2025-02-27
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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 119_HR_1749.

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 2025-02-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • House of Representatives employees can bring legally owned self-defense weapons (e.g., pepper spray, stun guns, firearms) into House office buildings.
  • Weapons must be immediately stored in secure lockers at building entrances, managed by the U.S. Capitol Police.
  • Weapons can only be retrieved directly before exiting the building.
  • The goal is to improve the safety of employees commuting in Washington D.C., due to high violent crime rates.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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 Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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