Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 625) to regulate large capacity ammunition feeding devices.

12/15/2023, 3:52 PM
Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 625) to regulate large capacity ammunition feeding devices.
Bill 118 HRES 916, also known as the "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 625) to regulate large capacity ammunition feeding devices," is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The bill aims to address the issue of large capacity ammunition feeding devices, which are devices that allow firearms to hold and fire a large number of rounds without the need for reloading.

The bill calls for the regulation of these devices in order to prevent mass shootings and other acts of gun violence. It seeks to limit the availability of large capacity ammunition feeding devices in order to reduce the potential for harm and loss of life in such incidents.

If passed, the bill would likely impose restrictions on the sale and possession of large capacity ammunition feeding devices, potentially requiring background checks or other measures to ensure that these devices are not falling into the wrong hands. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 916 represents a step towards addressing the issue of gun violence in the United States by targeting a specific aspect of firearms regulation. It is currently up for consideration in the US Congress and may undergo further debate and amendments before potentially being passed into law.
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 916

Introduced on
2023-12-06

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

12/6/2023

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 625) to regulate large capacity ammunition feeding devices.
Bill 118 HRES 916, also known as the "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 625) to regulate large capacity ammunition feeding devices," is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The bill aims to address the issue of large capacity ammunition feeding devices, which are devices that allow firearms to hold and fire a large number of rounds without the need for reloading.

The bill calls for the regulation of these devices in order to prevent mass shootings and other acts of gun violence. It seeks to limit the availability of large capacity ammunition feeding devices in order to reduce the potential for harm and loss of life in such incidents.

If passed, the bill would likely impose restrictions on the sale and possession of large capacity ammunition feeding devices, potentially requiring background checks or other measures to ensure that these devices are not falling into the wrong hands. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 916 represents a step towards addressing the issue of gun violence in the United States by targeting a specific aspect of firearms regulation. It is currently up for consideration in the US Congress and may undergo further debate and amendments before potentially being passed into law.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedProviding for consideration of the bill (H.R. 625) to regulate large capacity ammunition feeding devices.

Policy Areas
Congress

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Latest Summary12/7/2023
Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 625) to regulate large capacity ammunition feeding devices.

Latest Action12/6/2023
Referred to the House Committee on Rules.