S. 478 · 119th Congress · 2025–2026
Veterans 2nd Amendment Protection Act of 2025
S. 478 in the 119th Congress (2025–2026) was introduced on Feb 6, 2025, sponsored by John Kennedy with 40 co-sponsors.
During the 119th Congress (2025–2026), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Feb 6, 2025
- Co-sponsors
- 40
- Policy area
- Armed Forces and National Security
What it does
Veterans 2nd Amendment Protection Act of 2025 This bill prohibits the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) from transmitting certain information to the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) utilized by licensed importers or dealers of firearms.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
John Kennedy (R-LA). Co-sponsors: 40 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedFeb 6, 2025
- Passed the Senate—
- Passed the House—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 119-35. (Mar 11, 2025)
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Committees
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From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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