RETURN our Constitutional Rights Act of 2022

12/29/2022, 5:18 PM

RETURN (Repealing Excise Tax on Unalienable Rights Now) our Constitutional Rights Act of 2022 or the RETURN our Constitutional Rights Act of 2022

This bill repeals the excise taxes on firearms and ammunition and on bows and arrows. It also repeals the excise tax on transferring and making firearms under the National Firearm Act.

Bill 117 HR 8167, also known as the RETURN our Constitutional Rights Act of 2022, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address concerns about the erosion of constitutional rights and civil liberties in the United States.

The bill aims to strengthen and protect the rights guaranteed by the Constitution, including freedom of speech, freedom of religion, the right to bear arms, and protection against unreasonable searches and seizures. It also seeks to address issues related to privacy rights, due process, and equal protection under the law.

Specific provisions of the bill include measures to limit government surveillance, protect whistleblowers, and ensure transparency and accountability in government actions. It also includes provisions to strengthen oversight of law enforcement agencies and protect individuals from discrimination based on race, gender, or other factors. Overall, the RETURN our Constitutional Rights Act of 2022 is intended to reaffirm and uphold the fundamental rights and freedoms enshrined in the Constitution, and to ensure that these rights are protected for all Americans. It is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it is necessary to safeguard individual liberties, while opponents raise concerns about potential limitations on government authority.
Congress
117

Number
HR - 8167

Introduced on
2022-06-22

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

6/22/2022

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

RETURN (Repealing Excise Tax on Unalienable Rights Now) our Constitutional Rights Act of 2022 or the RETURN our Constitutional Rights Act of 2022

This bill repeals the excise taxes on firearms and ammunition and on bows and arrows. It also repeals the excise tax on transferring and making firearms under the National Firearm Act.

Bill 117 HR 8167, also known as the RETURN our Constitutional Rights Act of 2022, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address concerns about the erosion of constitutional rights and civil liberties in the United States.

The bill aims to strengthen and protect the rights guaranteed by the Constitution, including freedom of speech, freedom of religion, the right to bear arms, and protection against unreasonable searches and seizures. It also seeks to address issues related to privacy rights, due process, and equal protection under the law.

Specific provisions of the bill include measures to limit government surveillance, protect whistleblowers, and ensure transparency and accountability in government actions. It also includes provisions to strengthen oversight of law enforcement agencies and protect individuals from discrimination based on race, gender, or other factors. Overall, the RETURN our Constitutional Rights Act of 2022 is intended to reaffirm and uphold the fundamental rights and freedoms enshrined in the Constitution, and to ensure that these rights are protected for all Americans. It is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it is necessary to safeguard individual liberties, while opponents raise concerns about potential limitations on government authority.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal certain excise taxes relating to firearms, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Taxation

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Latest Summary7/5/2022

RETURN (Repealing Excise Tax on Unalienable Rights Now) our Constitutional Rights Act of 2022 or the RETURN our Constitutional Rights Act of 2022

This bill repeals the excise taxes on firearms and ammunition and on bows an...


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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H6869)