Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
The District of Columbia Firearm Freedom Act would dramatically loosen Washington D.C.'s gun regulations by eliminating licensing requirements, permit systems, and firearm registration entirely. The bill would allow anyone 21 or older who is not prohibited under federal law to carry concealed handguns without a permit or training requirement, and would ban Washington D.C. from restricting firearms based on appearance or features like pistol grips or adjustable stocks. The legislation would also allow residents to purchase firearms from licensed dealers in neighboring Virginia and Maryland without being treated as out-of-state buyers. The changes would take effect 60 days after the bill's enactment, and anyone harmed by enforcement of D.C. laws that conflict with this legislation could sue in federal court and recover attorney's fees if they prevail. The bill affects D.C. residents and visitors, as well as federally licensed firearms dealers in Virginia and Maryland.
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