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SAFE Act

12/19/2024, 9:05 AM

Summary of Bill HR 7618

The SAFE Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 7618, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at addressing issues related to gun violence and firearm safety. The bill includes provisions such as expanding background checks for gun purchases, implementing red flag laws to prevent individuals deemed a risk to themselves or others from accessing firearms, and banning the sale of high-capacity magazines.

Additionally, the SAFE Act seeks to improve the reporting of mental health records to the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) to prevent individuals with mental health issues from obtaining firearms. The bill also includes measures to enhance school safety and provide funding for violence prevention programs.

Overall, the SAFE Act is designed to strengthen gun control measures and promote public safety by addressing the root causes of gun violence in the United States. It has garnered support from advocates for stricter gun laws and has sparked debate among lawmakers on both sides of the political spectrum.

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Current Status of Bill HR 7618

Bill HR 7618 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 11, 2024. Bill HR 7618 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 11, 2024.  Bill HR 7618's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of December 17, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7618

Total Number of Sponsors
2
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
2
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
1
Democrat Cosponsors
1
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7618

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7618

SAFE Act
SAFE Act
Stopping Addiction and Falls for the Elderly Act
To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to include physical therapists and occupational therapists as health professionals for purposes of the annual wellness visit under the Medicare program, and for other purposes.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 7618

Carol D. Miller
Carol D. Miller
West VirginiaRepublican
Melanie A. Stansbury
Melanie A. Stansbury
New MexicoDemocrat
Jefferson Van Drew
Jefferson Van Drew
New JerseyRepublican
Don Bacon
Don Bacon
NebraskaRepublican
Madeleine Dean
Madeleine Dean
PennsylvaniaDemocrat
Mark Pocan
Mark Pocan
WisconsinDemocrat

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