The Federal Lands Lawful Carry Act would allow people to carry firearms on certain federal lands and facilities, including areas managed by the Bureau of Land Management, National Forests, National Parks, National Wildlife Refuges, and several other federal agencies. The bill creates an exception to existing federal law that currently prohibits firearms in federal buildings and facilities by defining "exempted areas" as publicly accessible lands and facilities where firearm possession would be permitted if the individual is legally allowed to own firearms under state and federal law. This legislation would primarily affect hunters, recreational shooters, and other visitors to federal lands who wish to carry firearms on these properties. The bill does not include any specific funding requirements or implementation timelines, as it simply amends existing federal firearms law to expand where lawful firearm possession is permitted. The measure was introduced in July 2026 and referred to the House Judiciary Committee.
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