A bill to amend title 18, United States Code, to provide for victims of crime to be notified of firearms-related activity by the offender, and for other purposes.
Latest action (30 Sep 2026): Introduced
What this bill does
S. 5656 is a proposed law that aims to change how victims of crime are informed about firearms. Specifically, the bill intends to update federal law to ensure victims are notified about firearms-related actions taken by an offender. The exact details of these notifications and the specific firearms-related activities are not yet available as the full text of the bill has not been published.
This legislation, if enacted, would affect individuals who are victims of crime and the offenders associated with those crimes. The purpose is to provide victims with information concerning firearms linked to the individual who committed a crime against them. The bill is sponsored by Senator Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI).
Currently, S. 5656 has been introduced in the 119th Congress and its latest action was its introduction on September 30, 2026. The bill's next steps in the legislative process would involve committee review, potential amendments, and votes in the Senate, followed by consideration in the House of Representatives. The full scope of the bill's provisions will be known once its official text is made public.
Plain-English summary generated by Bill100 AI from the official record. Always verify against the source below.
Official summary
This bill is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on September 30, 2026. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.
Common questions
- What does S. 5656 do?
- S. 5656 is a proposed law that aims to change how victims of crime are informed about firearms. Specifically, the bill intends to update federal law to ensure victims are notified about firearms-related actions taken by an offender. The exact details of these notifications and the specific firearms-related activities are not yet available as the full text of the bill has not been published. This legislation, if enacted, would affect individuals who are victims of crime and the offenders associated with those crimes. The purpose is to provide victims with information concerning firearms linked to the individual who committed a crime against them. The bill is sponsored by Senator Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI). Currently, S. 5656 has been introduced in the 119th Congress and its latest action was its introduction on September 30, 2026. The bill's next steps in the legislative process would involve committee review, potential amendments, and votes in the Senate, followed by consideration in the House of Representatives. The full scope of the bill's provisions will be known once its official text is made public.
- Has S. 5656 become law?
- Not yet. As of 30 Sep 2026, S. 5656 is introduced.
- Who sponsored S. 5656?
- S. 5656 was sponsored by Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse [D-RI] (Democrat-RI), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on S. 5656?
- Introduced (30 Sep 2026).
Bill100 mirrors the public U.S. legislative record from Congress.gov and GovTrack and adds plain-English AI summaries. It is an information tool, not legal, compliance or lobbying advice, and it is not affiliated with the U.S. Congress or any government agency. AI summaries can simplify or omit detail — every bill links to the official source; verify there before you rely on it.