To direct the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives to report on firearms trafficking along the I-95 corridor.

1/17/2025, 9:20 AM
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Bill 119 HR 543, also known as the "I-95 Firearms Trafficking Reporting Act," aims to address the issue of firearms trafficking along the I-95 corridor. The bill directs the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) to conduct a comprehensive report on the trafficking of firearms in this specific region.

The I-95 corridor stretches from Florida to Maine and is known to be a major route for the illegal transportation of firearms. The bill seeks to gather data and information on the sources of these firearms, the individuals or groups involved in trafficking them, and the destinations of the trafficked firearms.

By requiring the ATF to report on firearms trafficking along the I-95 corridor, this bill aims to provide lawmakers and law enforcement agencies with valuable insights into the patterns and trends of illegal firearms trafficking in this region. This information can then be used to develop more effective strategies and policies to combat this illegal activity and enhance public safety. Overall, Bill 119 HR 543 is a proactive measure aimed at addressing the issue of firearms trafficking along the I-95 corridor through data collection and analysis, with the ultimate goal of reducing the flow of illegal firearms and enhancing law enforcement efforts in this region.
Congress
119

Number
HR - 543

Introduced on
2025-01-16

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

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 119 HR 543, also known as the "I-95 Firearms Trafficking Reporting Act," aims to address the issue of firearms trafficking along the I-95 corridor. The bill directs the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) to conduct a comprehensive report on the trafficking of firearms in this specific region.

The I-95 corridor stretches from Florida to Maine and is known to be a major route for the illegal transportation of firearms. The bill seeks to gather data and information on the sources of these firearms, the individuals or groups involved in trafficking them, and the destinations of the trafficked firearms.

By requiring the ATF to report on firearms trafficking along the I-95 corridor, this bill aims to provide lawmakers and law enforcement agencies with valuable insights into the patterns and trends of illegal firearms trafficking in this region. This information can then be used to develop more effective strategies and policies to combat this illegal activity and enhance public safety. Overall, Bill 119 HR 543 is a proactive measure aimed at addressing the issue of firearms trafficking along the I-95 corridor through data collection and analysis, with the ultimate goal of reducing the flow of illegal firearms and enhancing law enforcement efforts in this region.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo direct the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives to report on firearms trafficking along the I-95 corridor.

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Latest Action1/16/2025
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.