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US HB7965
Bill
Status
3/17/2026
Primary Sponsor
Raul Ruiz
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AI Summary
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Prohibits knowingly possessing a firearm in or within 100 yards of a Federal election site, punishable by fine and/or up to 1 year imprisonment
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Increases penalty to up to 5 years imprisonment if firearm possession is with intent to commit a crime at the election site
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Exempts on-duty law enforcement officers, private security guards authorized by building management, firearms kept in vehicles (if not removed or brandished), and lawful possession in residences, businesses, or private property within the 100-yard zone
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Defines "Federal election site" as any building where government employees administer polling places or process/count ballots for federal elections
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Killing any person during a violation or attack on a Federal election site involving a firearm triggers murder and manslaughter penalties under existing federal law (18 U.S.C. §§ 1111, 1112, 1113, 1117)
Legislative Description
Vote Without Fear Act
Last Action
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
3/17/2026