HR 7133
Merchant Codes Can Save Lives Act
Jurisdiction
US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 3:53 AM
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Bill overview
This bill, the Merchant Codes Can Save Lives Act, aims to prevent states from restricting the use of international merchant category codes, particularly those used to identify businesses that sell firearms and ammunition. It specifically prohibits states from discouraging or blocking codes that categorize firearm merchants, ensuring consistent identification across payment systems. The bill seeks to maintain a national standard for identifying these types of transactions, regardless of state regulations.
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