HR 2189 · Passed House · 02-24-26
Law-Enforcement Innovate to De-Escalate Act
What does the Law-Enforcement Innovate to De-Escalate Act do?
HR 2189 is a House bill sponsored by Rep. Scott Fitzgerald (R-WI). Carves 'less-than-lethal projectile devices' out of federal firearms restrictions and defines what qualifies, so they are not regulated as firearms. Amends federal firearms law to exempt 'less-than-lethal projectile devices' from regulation and defines the term.
Did HR 2189 pass? Where it stands
As of July 17, 2026, HR 2189 has passed the House.
Status: Passed House
Latest vote: House Passed 233–185 on February 12, 2026
Outlook: Possible
Key provisions
- Less-Than-Lethal Device Exemption
- Exempts 'less-than-lethal projectile devices' from Title 18 firearms rules
- Defines the term by velocity (under 500 fps) and design
- Attorney General must rule on a device within 90 days
Last updated June 15, 2026