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Extreme Risk Protection Orders

This bill would create a federal process for extreme risk protection orders, which allow courts to temporarily remove firearms from people who show signs of being a danger to themselves or others.

Call your repHR 7599Introduced 2/17/2026Source

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Could provide an additional tool for preventing gun violence in Houston communities.

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February 17, 2026

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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

February 17, 2026

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