Defective Firearms Protection Act

Jun 3, 2026

Summary

Changes the law to let the Consumer Product Safety Commission regulate firearms for safety defects, just like other products sold to people.

What problem does this solve?

Currently, firearms are not covered by federal consumer product safety rules, which means defective guns that could harm users cannot be recalled by a safety agency. This bill removes that special protection, allowing the Consumer Product Safety Commission to set safety standards and recall unsafe firearms.

What does this bill do?

Removes firearm exemption from consumer safety laws

Amends the Consumer Product Safety Act to remove the part that prevents firearms, pistols, and revolvers from being considered 'consumer products'.

Allows safety rules for firearms

Removes a rule from the Consumer Product Safety Commission Improvements Act of 1976 that limited the commission's power to make safety rules for firearms.

Who does this affect?

Firearm owners
Firearm manufacturers
Consumers

What is the real world impact?

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Increases consumer protection from unsafe firearms

Ensures that firearms are subject to the same safety standards and regulations as other consumer products. This allows the Consumer Product Safety Commission to recall guns with dangerous defects, protecting users from accidental harm.

When does this start?

This bill would take effect as soon as it is signed into law.