Federal Firearm Licensee Act

2/1/2024, 2:15 PM
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Bill 118 hr 1478, also known as the Federal Firearm Licensee Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to enhance the security measures surrounding Federal Firearm Licensees (FFLs) in order to prevent theft and illegal trafficking of firearms.

The bill proposes several key provisions, including requiring FFLs to implement certain security measures such as installing alarm systems and surveillance cameras, conducting background checks on employees, and storing firearms in secure locations. Additionally, the bill would establish a grant program to assist FFLs in implementing these security measures.

Furthermore, the bill aims to increase penalties for individuals who steal firearms from FFLs or engage in illegal trafficking of firearms. It also includes provisions to improve coordination between law enforcement agencies and FFLs to better track and prevent the illegal sale of firearms. Overall, the Federal Firearm Licensee Act seeks to strengthen the security measures surrounding FFLs in order to reduce the risk of firearms falling into the wrong hands and being used in criminal activities. The bill is currently under review in Congress and has garnered bipartisan support for its efforts to enhance public safety and prevent gun violence.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 1478

Introduced on
2023-03-09

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

3/9/2023

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Bill 118 hr 1478, also known as the Federal Firearm Licensee Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to enhance the security measures surrounding Federal Firearm Licensees (FFLs) in order to prevent theft and illegal trafficking of firearms.

The bill proposes several key provisions, including requiring FFLs to implement certain security measures such as installing alarm systems and surveillance cameras, conducting background checks on employees, and storing firearms in secure locations. Additionally, the bill would establish a grant program to assist FFLs in implementing these security measures.

Furthermore, the bill aims to increase penalties for individuals who steal firearms from FFLs or engage in illegal trafficking of firearms. It also includes provisions to improve coordination between law enforcement agencies and FFLs to better track and prevent the illegal sale of firearms. Overall, the Federal Firearm Licensee Act seeks to strengthen the security measures surrounding FFLs in order to reduce the risk of firearms falling into the wrong hands and being used in criminal activities. The bill is currently under review in Congress and has garnered bipartisan support for its efforts to enhance public safety and prevent gun violence.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo modernize the business of selling firearms.

Policy Areas
Crime and Law Enforcement

Potential Impact
Accounting and auditing
Administrative law and regulatory procedures
Business records
Civil actions and liability
Computers and information technology
Congressional oversight
Consumer affairs
Crime prevention
Crimes against property
Criminal justice information and records
Criminal procedure and sentencing
Department of Justice
Employee hiring
Firearms and explosives
Government information and archives
Intergovernmental relations
Licensing and registrations
Manufacturing
Product safety and quality
Retail and wholesale trades
User charges and fees
Youth employment and child labor

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Recent Activity

Latest Action3/9/2023
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.