119th Congress · House bill · Last action Jul 30, 2026
H.R. 9979In Committee
Republicans ban common carriers from refusing firearms shipments
Sponsor: Rep. Boebert, Lauren (R-CO)3 cosponsorsIntroduced Jul 30, 2026
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In plain English
This bill prevents shipping and transportation companies from refusing to handle firearms or ammunition based on the type of cargo. Rep. Lauren Boebert (R-CO) introduced the measure, which was referred to the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee and the Judiciary Committee in July 2026.
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What happens next: Sits in committee. Needs a markup or favorable report to advance to the House floor.
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Activity timeline
Jul 30
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Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, 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.
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Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, 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.
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Introduced in House
Jul 30
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Introduced in House
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Full action log
All 4 recorded actions since introduction · Source: Congress.gov
Jul 30
HOUSEReferred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, 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.
Jul 30
HOUSEReferred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, 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.
Jul 30
Introduced in House
Jul 30
Introduced in House
All 3 cosponsors
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