Federal Extreme Risk Protection Order Act of 2026
To authorize the issuance of extreme risk protection orders.
This bill, known as the Federal Extreme Risk Protection Order Act of 2026, aims to allow courts to issue extreme risk protection orders (ERPOs) to temporarily prevent individuals who pose a significant risk to themselves or others from accessing firearms. ERPOs are court orders that can remove firearms from people who have demonstrated a threat to themselves or others. The bill would make it easier for families and law enforcement to protect individuals from harm by temporarily restricting their access to firearms.
The bill would affect anyone who is at risk of harming themselves or others and who has access to firearms. It is intended to provide a legal tool for courts, families, and law enforcement to intervene before a tragedy occurs. The current status of the bill is that it was introduced in the House on February 17, 2026, and has been referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary for further consideration.
The legislative process for this bill began on February 17, 2026, when it was introduced in the House. After introduction, it was referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary, which will review and potentially make recommendations for further action. As of now, the bill is in its early stages, and further steps will depend on the committee's review and any subsequent actions by the full House.
