H.R. 8352 · 119th Congress · 2025–2026
Criminal History Access Act
H.R. 8352 in the 119th Congress (2025–2026), the Criminal History Access Act, has passed both chambers — introduced on Apr 16, 2026, sponsored by Derek Schmidt with 1 co-sponsors.
During the 119th Congress (2025–2026), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Passed both chambers
- Introduced
- Apr 16, 2026
- Co-sponsors
- 1
- Policy area
- Law
What it does
Criminal History Access Act of 2026 This bill authorizes a new type of entity—peace officer standards and training agencies—to access criminal history record information maintained by the Federal Bureau of Investigation. The term peace officer standards and training agency means an agency of a state, the District of Columbia, or a U.S.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Official title
Criminal History Access Act of 2026
Sponsor
Derek Schmidt (R-KS). Co-sponsors: 1 Democrat.
Where it stands
- IntroducedApr 16, 2026
- Passed the HouseMay 12, 2026
- Passed the SenateSep 30, 2026
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5299) (Sep 30, 2026)
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Committees
- Judiciary Committee
More
From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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