S-1815 : Still Just a Bill

This bill directs the Department of Defense to establish a process by which the commander of a military installation in the United States may authorize a qualifying member of the Armed Forces who is assigned to duty at the installation to carry a concealed personal firearm on the installation if the commander determines it to be necessary as a personal-protection or force-protection measure.

The commander of the installation shall consult with appropriate state and local elected officials and take into consideration state and local laws law regarding carrying a concealed personal firearm.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2015-07-21IntroReferralRead twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.Senate
2015-07-21IntroReferralIntroduced in SenateLibrary of Congress

Sponsor :

Sen. Heller, Dean [R-NV]
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Policy Area :

Armed Forces and National Security
See Subjects
  • Firearms and explosives
  • Military command and structure
  • Military facilities and property
  • Military personnel and dependents

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