Congress·In Committee·S. 3945

Tribal Police: Access to Firearms and Equipment

Tribal Police Department Parity Act

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This bill, introduced by Mullin, would change federal law to ensure that police departments run by Native American Tribes have the same rights to buy and use firearms as state and local police. Currently, some federal rules treat Tribal police differently than city or state officers.
The plan would allow Tribal law enforcement to own and transfer certain types of equipment, like specialized firearms, that are usually restricted for the general public. It also allows them to ship and import firearms and ammunition just like any other government police force.
The bill also removes federal taxes that Tribal departments currently have to pay when they buy or make certain firearms. By cutting these costs, Tribal governments can save money and put more of their budget toward keeping their communities safe.
This matters because Tribal police often face more legal hurdles than neighboring departments when trying to get the tools they need. This bill aims to create "parity," which means treating all law enforcement agencies equally under the law.

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Feb 26, 2026Senate

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.

Feb 26, 2026

Introduced in Senate

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Tribal Police Department Parity Act

Bill NumberS 3945

Congress119th Congress

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Latest ActionRead twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.

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