Bill would ban consumer sales of nitrous oxide gas products
In markupH.R. 7945Latest action
Sponsor: Kevin Mullin · Representative · CA
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Official title: Nitrous Oxide Safety Act of 2026
119th Congress
Topics: Jobs & the economy
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The bill would ban consumer sales of nitrous oxide products 180 days after becoming law, with medical and other exceptions.
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What does this do?
The Nitrous Oxide Safety Act of 2026 would make it illegal to sell consumer products containing nitrous oxide, classifying it as a "banned hazardous product" under existing consumer safety law. This would take effect 180 days after the bill becomes law.
Who does it affect?
This mainly affects everyday consumers who buy nitrous oxide canisters, or "whippits," for recreational use. Doctors, dentists, restaurants, food manufacturers, and researchers using nitrous oxide for legitimate purposes would not be affected.
Why does it matter?
Nitrous oxide is sometimes inhaled recreationally for a brief high, which can be dangerous or deadly, prompting the proposed ban on consumer sales.
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Based on the “Introduced in House” text of Mar 16, 2026.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedMar 16, 2026
- House committeeYou are here · Sep 16, 2026
- House vote
- Senate
- The president's desk
Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the president.
Latest action: — Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 36 - 0.