Knife Owners’ Protection Act of 2025

# Knife Owners' Protection Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would allow people to legally transport knives across state lines as long as they're traveling between locations where knife possession is legal in both states. The knife must be stored securely and not easily accessible during transport (with exceptions for emergency knives and seat belt-cutting tools). The bill would prevent someone from being arrested solely for transporting a knife if they follow these storage requirements, and would allow people to use compliance with this law as a defense in court if they're charged with a knife-related violation. **Who It Affects and Key Provisions** The bill primarily affects knife owners, travelers, and potentially law enforcement. It addresses situations where someone might unknowingly violate one state's knife laws while legally transporting a knife from another state.

The secure storage requirement is central—knives must be stored in a way that makes them difficult to access during travel. The bill also specifies that people cannot be arrested for knife violations if they meet these storage standards, and covers transportation by vehicle and airplane. **Current Status** The bill (S 346) was introduced by Senator Mike Lee (R-Utah) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it hasn't yet advanced to a full floor vote. No action has been taken since its introduction.