Locksmith Integrity & National Certification Act
A landmark federal bill to establish a universal Federal Locksmith License — creating consistent national certification standards, protecting consumers from unvetted operators, and enabling licensed professionals to work freely across all 50 states.
"We're dealing with a patchwork of laws that are either too restrictive or nonexistent. This leaves the public vulnerable, hinders ethical businesses, and creates avoidable security risks."
Loay Jamal Alyousfi — CEO, Keys Inc.
About the Legislation
Introduced by Keys® — the leading software platform built for locksmiths — the LINC Act proposes a Federal Locksmith License (FLL) to bring uniformity, safety, and trust to an industry that has long operated without consistent national oversight.
Today, locksmiths hold the keys to homes, businesses, and vehicles across America. Yet in 37 states, anyone can call themselves a locksmith with zero vetting, zero training, and zero accountability. The LINC Act changes that — establishing a national standard that protects consumers and empowers legitimate professionals.
Locksmith
Every professional who works with locks, keys, and physical security systems — holding a position of trust in communities nationwide.
Integrity
Establishing ethical, consistent standards so consumers know every licensed locksmith has been vetted, trained, and certified.
National
A single federal certification that supersedes the patchwork of 50 different state systems — or lack thereof — creating true nationwide mobility.
Certification
A Federal Locksmith License (FLL) that allows certified professionals to legally operate across state lines by simply turning on the Keys App.
The Problem
Only 13 U.S. states require locksmiths to be licensed — and those that do enforce drastically different rules. The other 37 states allow anyone to operate as a locksmith with zero oversight, putting consumers at risk every day.
The Solution
The LINC Act establishes a clear, practical framework that protects consumers, empowers legitimate professionals, and modernizes the industry through technology.
Creates a single, universally recognized federal credential. Pass the national certification, and you're licensed to operate in all 50 states — no more state-by-state bureaucracy.
Ensures every person who shows up at your door with a lock pick has been background-checked, trained, and vetted — the same standard Keys® already applies on its platform.
Certified locksmiths unlock interstate work simply by turning on the Keys App. Technology and public policy working together — the future of regulated skilled trades.
Ethical locksmiths who meet the federal standard can grow their business across state lines — no more duplicated licensing fees or conflicting local rules blocking legitimate work.
CIA officials at the ALOA Locksmith and Security Expo acknowledged this security gap and encouraged Keys® to lead national reform — because physical security is national security.
National mobility for licensed locksmiths expands market access, enables business growth, and raises the professionalism — and earning power — of the entire industry.
Before & After
Leadership
"We've taken a proactive approach through our technology. But real reform means aligning public policy with secure digital platforms like Keys®. The LINC Act would do just that — unlocking opportunity and trust nationwide."
Loay Jamal Alyousfi — CEO, Keys Inc.
"I spoke with CIA officials during the ALOA Locksmith and Security Expo, and they acknowledged this security gap. They encouraged us to lead the charge. This is about public safety, industry integrity, and economic growth."
Loay Jamal Alyousfi — CEO, Keys Inc.
"The proposed Federal Locksmith License would allow professionals to legally work across state borders by simply turning on the Keys App — expanding business, removing red tape, and creating nationwide mobility for certified locksmiths."
Keys® Press Release — July 6, 2025
CEO & Founder, Keys Inc.
Keys® is the leading software platform built for locksmiths. Every locksmith on the Keys App is fully vetted — setting the gold standard for consumer safety that the LINC Act would extend to the entire industry through federal law.
Keys Inc. is headquartered in Tucson, Arizona. The LINC Act was announced on July 6, 2025, with the goal of closing America's locksmith licensing gap and establishing a unified national standard for physical security professionals.
The Opportunity
The LINC Act doesn't just fix a regulatory gap — it unlocks a better, safer, more prosperous industry for every American who depends on physical security professionals.
Add your voice. Tell your representatives you support a Federal Locksmith License. Safer consumers. Stronger industry. One national standard.