Bill · H.R. 8680· House(119-HR-8680)

Armed Forces Carry Rights Protection Act of 2026

Age: 59 years

Colorado

Introduced: 5/7/2026
Last activity: 5/7/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Sponsored by: Jeff Crank
Cosponsors: - 10 - 0

Armed Forces and National Security

Introduced
In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, known as the "Armed Forces Carry Rights Protection Act of 2026," seeks to amend the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016. It aims to establish a rebuttable presumption that favors allowing members of the Armed Forces to carry their personal firearms on military installations. This presumption applies when the member is on an installation, center, or facility but is not performing official duties. Additionally, the bill requires that any denial of such authorization must be provided in writing. These written denials must also include an objective and individualized basis for the decision.

Yes· 3 of 5

Would gun owners be better off under this?+8
The bill creates a legal presumption that favors the right of individuals to carry their personal firearms on military installations.
Does this protect the right to own guns?+7
The bill establishes a rebuttable presumption in favor of members of the Armed Forces carrying personal firearms on military installations.
Does this protect the right to fair treatment by the courts?+5
The bill requires that any denial of firearm authorization be provided in writing with an objective and individualized basis.