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Special Operations Forces Concealed Carry Act

Introduced
Apr 16, 2026
Cosponsors
6
Traction
0
Last Action
May 7, 2026

Bill Summary

Allows members of special operations forces to carry concealed firearms, and requires the government to issue them concealed carry permits.

Sponsored By

Pat Harrigan
Republican · North Carolina · House

Bill Journey

  1. Apr 16, 2026
  3. May 7, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects current and former members of special operations forces, allowing them to carry hidden guns in public, and also impacts law enforcement agencies that issue concealed carry permits.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
6backers
  • Republican6
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

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Cosponsors (6)

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicSafety & Crime
CommitteeCommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs
IntroducedApr 16, 2026
Last UpdatedMay 7, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.
Subjects
  • Safety

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.