Bill 119 hr 545, also known as the Extreme Risk Protection Order Study Act, is a piece of legislation that aims to address the issue of gun violence in the United States. The bill directs the Attorney General to conduct a study on the effectiveness of extreme risk protection orders in reducing gun violence.
Extreme risk protection orders, also known as red flag laws, allow law enforcement to temporarily remove firearms from individuals who are deemed to be a danger to themselves or others. These orders are intended to prevent tragedies such as mass shootings and suicides.
The study mandated by the bill will examine the impact of extreme risk protection orders on reducing gun violence, as well as their effectiveness in protecting public safety. The Attorney General will be required to submit a report to Congress detailing the findings of the study.
In addition to studying the efficacy of extreme risk protection orders, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to gun violence prevention. This legislation is part of ongoing efforts to address the issue of gun violence in the United States and promote public safety.