Bill would require full destruction of guns, closing "zombie gun" loophole
In committeeH.R. 7134Latest action
Sponsor: Maxwell Frost · Representative · FL
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Official title: Destroy Zombie Guns Act
119th Congress
Topics: Crime & justice
Introduced:
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The Destroy Zombie Guns Act would require firearm destruction businesses to destroy every part, not just some components.
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What does this do?
HR 7134 would make it illegal for businesses that destroy firearms to leave any component intact when the firearm has crossed state or international lines. This closes a loophole where parts like the metal receiver or frame, legally considered the "firearm," could survive and be rebuilt into a working gun. The bill also defines "engaged in the business" to mean regular, profit-driven destruction work, not casual or one-time disposal.
Who does it affect?
The bill affects licensed firearm dealers, commercial destruction companies, and businesses contracted by police or other entities to destroy confiscated or surrendered weapons. Everyday gun owners are not affected unless they operate such a destruction business.
Why does it matter?
Without this change, incompletely destroyed firearm parts could be reassembled into working guns using replacement components. The bill adds criminal penalties and licensing consequences to deter incomplete destruction by commercial operators.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedJan 16, 2026
- House committeeYou are here · Jan 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: — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.