H.R. 38 · On the floor · Crime and Law Enforcement

Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act of 2025

Sponsor: Richard Hudson (R-NC)

What it does

• Allows individuals lawfully authorized to carry concealed firearms in one state to carry concealed handguns in other states that permit concealed carry.
• Preempts most state and local laws that restrict concealed-carry rights established by the federal framework.
• Establishes a private right of action for persons adversely affected by interference with concealed-carry rights under the bill.

Official summary

Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act This bill establishes a federal statutory framework to regulate the carry or possession of concealed firearms across state lines. Specifically, an individual who is eligible to carry a concealed firearm in one state may carry or possess a concealed handgun (other than a machine gun or destructive device) in another state that allows its residents to carry concealed firearms. It sets forth requirements for lawful concealed carry across state lines. The bill preempts most state and local laws related to concealed carry and establishes a private right of action for a person adversely affected by interference with a concealed-carry right established by this bill.

Latest action

Oct 3, 2025: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 289.

Committee: House Judiciary