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The LEOSA Reform Act aims to update the Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act (LEOSA) of 2004 to broaden the concealed-carry rights of qualified active-duty and retired law enforcement officers. Under current law, these individuals can carry concealed firearms in most U.S. jurisdictions regardless of state or local laws, but they face restrictions in specific locations. This bill would remove many of those barriers, allowing them to carry in school zones, national parks, and certain federal facilities that are open to the public, such as post offices and Social Security offices.
In addition to expanding where officers can carry, the bill proposes to simplify the qualification process for retired officers. It would allow states to reduce the frequency of required firearms certifications and permit officers to meet training standards through a wider variety of sources, including their former agencies or certified instructors in their current state. The legislation also clarifies that these officers may carry ammunition and magazines that are otherwise restricted by certain state or local regulations.
If enacted, the bill would preempt various state and local laws that currently prohibit firearms on public transportation, in certain government-owned properties, and on some private properties open to the public. Proponents argue the bill enhances public safety by ensuring trained professionals can respond to emergencies in more locations, while the Congressional Budget Office notes it would impose a mandate by restricting the ability of private and government entities to prohibit firearms on their premises.
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Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
May 15, 2025
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
May 15, 2025
