Congress·In Committee·H.R. 7698

Tribal ID for Firearm Purchases

Tribal Firearm Access Act

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This bill would change federal law to let members of Native American Tribes use their Tribal ID cards to buy guns. Currently, gun stores usually require a state-issued ID like a driver's license, which can be a hurdle for people living on reservations who primarily use Tribal documents.
The rule applies to all federally recognized Tribes in the U.S., including Alaska Native villages. It ensures that these government-issued IDs are treated the same as state IDs during the background check process at licensed firearm dealers.
Supporters say this fixes a gap in the law that makes it harder for Tribal members to exercise their right to own a gun. If the bill passes, the new rule would start 90 days after it is signed into law.

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Feb 25, 2026House

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Feb 25, 2026

Introduced in House

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Tribal Firearm Access Act

Bill NumberHR 7698

Congress119th Congress

ChamberHouse of Representatives

Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

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