H.R. 8758In committeeCrime & justice
Bill ties police grant funding to protecting gun owners' personal data
Data as of July 12, 2026
Police agencies would have to certify they didn't leak gun owners' personal data to get certain federal justice grants.45-second read · 4 questions answered below
Decoded
What does this do?
This bill requires states, cities, tribal governments, and private organizations to certify they have not leaked personal information about gun owners, permit applicants, or background check subjects before receiving Byrne Justice Assistance Grants or COPS grants. This applies to intentional, accidental, or any other type of data exposure. Covered information includes names, Social Security numbers, birth dates, biometric data, phone numbers, and medical or financial details.
Who does it affect?
State and local law enforcement agencies, police departments, and organizations applying for these federal justice grants are directly affected. Gun owners and people who applied for permits or background checks are indirectly affected.
Why does it matter?
Agencies that exposed this data in the previous year would be unable to certify compliance, which could affect their grant eligibility. The requirement adds a new paperwork obligation for agencies seeking this federal funding.
Where does it stand?
- Introduced
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- House vote
- Senate
- 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.
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Official title
Protecting Our Second Amendment Data Act
- Introduced:
- May 12, 2026
- Latest action:
- May 12, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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