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Federal Extreme Risk Protection Order Act of 2026

This act allows federal courts to issue orders temporarily removing firearms from individuals deemed a danger to themselves or others. It empowers family members and law enforcement to intervene early to prevent potential gun violence.
Key points
Family members and law enforcement can petition the court to remove firearms from dangerous individuals.
Courts can issue emergency 14-day orders or long-term orders lasting up to 180 days.
Respondents have the right to a hearing and court-provided counsel if they cannot afford one.
Mandatory surrender of all firearms, ammunition, and permits to US Marshals upon issuance of an order.
Criminal penalties apply for knowingly filing false or frivolous petitions.
Federal grants are available to help states and tribes implement their own 'red flag' laws.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_7599
Sponsor: Rep. McBath, Lucy [D-GA-6]
Process start date: 2026-02-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Federal Extreme Risk Protection Order Act of 2026

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_7599.

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 2026-02-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Family members and law enforcement can petition the court to remove firearms from dangerous individuals.
  • Courts can issue emergency 14-day orders or long-term orders lasting up to 180 days.
  • Respondents have the right to a hearing and court-provided counsel if they cannot afford one.
  • Mandatory surrender of all firearms, ammunition, and permits to US Marshals upon issuance of an order.
  • Criminal penalties apply for knowingly filing false or frivolous petitions.
  • Federal grants are available to help states and tribes implement their own 'red flag' laws.
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. McBath, Lucy [D-GA-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-03-05.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Security Courts and Law