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Defective Firearms Protection Act

USA119th CongressHR-9122| House 
| Updated: 6/3/2026
Debbie Dingell

Debbie Dingell

Democratic Representative

Michigan

Energy and Commerce Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This legislative proposal aims to significantly alter the scope of consumer product safety laws by bringing firearms under federal oversight. It specifically targets the existing exclusion of firearms, including pistols and revolvers, from the definition of a "consumer product" under the Consumer Product Safety Act. By striking this exclusion, the bill would subject these items to the same regulatory framework as other consumer goods. Furthermore, the bill repeals a provision that currently prohibits the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) from issuing rules or regulations concerning firearms, firearm accessories, or ammunition. This amendment would empower the CPSC to develop and enforce safety standards for firearms, potentially leading to product recalls or other regulatory actions to address defective products and enhance consumer safety.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-3989
Defective Firearms Protection Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-4243
Defective Firearms Protection Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-6110
Defective Firearms Protection Act
Jun 3, 2026
Introduced in House
Jun 3, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-3989
    Defective Firearms Protection Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-4243
    Defective Firearms Protection Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-6110
    Defective Firearms Protection Act


  • June 3, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • June 3, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Defective Firearms Protection Act

USA119th CongressHR-9122| House 
| Updated: 6/3/2026
This legislative proposal aims to significantly alter the scope of consumer product safety laws by bringing firearms under federal oversight. It specifically targets the existing exclusion of firearms, including pistols and revolvers, from the definition of a "consumer product" under the Consumer Product Safety Act. By striking this exclusion, the bill would subject these items to the same regulatory framework as other consumer goods. Furthermore, the bill repeals a provision that currently prohibits the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) from issuing rules or regulations concerning firearms, firearm accessories, or ammunition. This amendment would empower the CPSC to develop and enforce safety standards for firearms, potentially leading to product recalls or other regulatory actions to address defective products and enhance consumer safety.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-3989
Defective Firearms Protection Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-4243
Defective Firearms Protection Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-6110
Defective Firearms Protection Act
Jun 3, 2026
Introduced in House
Jun 3, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-3989
    Defective Firearms Protection Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-4243
    Defective Firearms Protection Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-6110
    Defective Firearms Protection Act


  • June 3, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • June 3, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Debbie Dingell

Debbie Dingell

Democratic Representative

Michigan

Energy and Commerce Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted