Federal Law Enforcement and Public Protection Act
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, 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.
Summary
The bill adds a new section to Title 18 that obligates each civilian or military federal law‑enforcement agency to establish minimum storage and locking standards for service weapons, supply approved equipment, and report any loss or theft. It also requires training for anyone assisting the agency who carries a firearm and provides risk‑information materials. The goal is to reduce accidental or unauthorized use of federal firearms.
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