H.R.2243 — LEOSA Reform Act
House Roll Call
H.R.2243
| Bill | H.R.2243 — LEOSA Reform Act |
|---|---|
| Vote question | On Passage |
| Vote type | Yea-and-Nay |
| Result | Passed |
| Totals | Yea 229 / Nay 193 / Present 0 / Not Voting 11 |
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 215 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| D | 14 | 193 | 0 | 6 |
| I | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Research Brief
On Passage
Bill Analysis
Bill Summary: HR 2243 - LEOSA Reform Act
The LEOSA Reform Act (HR 2243) seeks to amend the Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act (LEOSA) of 2004, which allows qualified law enforcement officers and retired officers to carry concealed firearms nationwide. This legislation aims to enhance the provisions of LEOSA by addressing several key areas, including eligibility, training requirements, and the definition of “qualified retired law enforcement officer.”
Key Provisions:
Eligibility Expansion: The bill expands the definition of “qualified retired law enforcement officer” to include those who have retired from a federal, state, or local agency after completing at least 10 years of service, regardless of whether they are receiving a pension.
Training Requirements: It mandates that retired officers must complete a firearms training course to maintain their eligibility to carry concealed firearms under LEOSA. This course must meet standards set by the Attorney General.
State Compliance: The bill requires states to recognize the concealed carry rights of qualified retired officers, ensuring uniformity across state lines.
Prohibition on Restrictions: It prohibits states from imposing additional restrictions on the carrying of concealed firearms by qualified retired officers beyond those applicable to active law enforcement officers.
Funding and Authorities: The bill does not allocate specific funding but relies on existing resources within the Department of Justice to implement the training requirements and oversight.
Agencies Affected: The Department of Justice, particularly the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), will play a role in establishing training standards and ensuring compliance.
Beneficiaries: The primary beneficiaries of the LEOSA Reform Act are retired law enforcement officers who wish to carry concealed firearms for personal protection. Additionally, the legislation aims to enhance public safety by ensuring that trained individuals are carrying firearms.
Key Timelines: The bill was introduced in the House on March 30, 2023, and has since been received in the Senate, where it was read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary for further consideration.
Yea (229)
K
Ken Calvert
S
Scott Franklin
M
Mark Green
L
Lisa McClain
J
John Rutherford
D
David Schweikert
P
Pete Sessions
Nay (193)
J
Jason Crow
L
Lloyd Doggett
J
John Mannion
L
Lucy McBath
E
Eric Swalwell
R
Rashida Tlaib
N
Nydia Velázquez
D
Debbie Wasserman Schultz
