S 246 · 119th Congress

Interstate Transport Act of 2025

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Last action 2025-11-18

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Topic

Crime and Law Enforcement

Sponsor

Sen. Budd, Ted [R-NC] (R)NC

Summary

This bill permits an individual to transport a knife between two places (e.g., states) where it is legal to possess, carry, or transport the knife. The knife must be transported in compliance with the bill's accessibility and secure storage requirements, unless it is an emergency knife or tool designed to cut seat belts.

An individual who is transporting a knife in compliance with this bill may not be arrested for a knife violation unless there is probable cause to believe the individual failed to comply with the accessibility or secure storage requirements.

Legislative subjects

Crime and Law Enforcement; Criminal procedure and sentencing; Intergovernmental relations; Legal fees and court costs; Motor vehicles; State and local government operations

Latest action

Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 268.

2025-11-18

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