Bill > HR454

This bill directs the Secretary of Defense to create a new permitting system within the Department of Defense that would allow active-duty military personnel to carry concealed firearms on military installations, subject to certain restrictions. Specifically, the bill requires the establishment of a dedicated department element that will issue permits to "covered members" who meet two key criteria: they must be currently serving on active duty and must not be legally prohibited from owning or possessing a firearm under existing federal law (specifically 18 U.S. Code Section 922). The permits would be available upon request and would authorize the holder to carry a concealed weapon on any military base or installation. The Secretary of Defense is mandated to implement this permitting system within one year of the bill's enactment. The bill aims to provide active-duty service members with more flexibility in personal firearm carry while maintaining legal safeguards by limiting eligibility to those without disqualifying legal restrictions.

Military Affairs and Security

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/454/all-info