To amend title 18, United States Code, to discontinue the collection by the Federal Government of firearm transaction records of discontinued firearms businesses, to require the destruction of such already collected records, and for other purposes.

2/8/2025, 9:01 AM

Summary of Bill HR 563

Bill 119 hr 563, also known as the Firearms Records Protection Act, aims to amend title 18 of the United States Code to stop the Federal Government from collecting firearm transaction records from businesses that have closed down. The bill also requires the destruction of any previously collected records from these discontinued firearms businesses.

The main purpose of this bill is to protect the privacy and rights of gun owners by ensuring that their information is not unnecessarily collected and stored by the government. By discontinuing the collection of these records and mandating the destruction of existing records, the bill seeks to prevent any potential misuse or unauthorized access to this sensitive information.

In addition to these provisions, the bill also includes other measures aimed at safeguarding the rights of gun owners and promoting transparency in the handling of firearm transaction records. Overall, the Firearms Records Protection Act is designed to uphold the Second Amendment rights of individuals while also ensuring responsible and secure management of firearm-related data by the government.

Congressional Summary of HR 563

No Retaining Every Gun In a System That Restricts Your Rights Act

This bill modifies the retention requirements for firearm transaction records of federal firearms licensees (FFLs) that go out of business.

Current law generally requires FFLs that go out of business to deliver their firearm transaction records to the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF).

This bill removes the requirement for FFLs that go out of business to deliver their firearm transaction records to the ATF. Further, the bill requires the ATF to destroy all out-of-business records it has collected from FFLs.

Current Status of Bill HR 563

Bill HR 563 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 20, 2025. Bill HR 563 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 20, 2025. Bill HR 563's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of January 20, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 563

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Total Number of Cosponsors

158

Democrat Cosponsors

Republican Cosponsors

158

Unaffiliated Cosponsors

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 563

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 563

To amend title 18, United States Code, to discontinue the collection by the Federal Government of firearm transaction records of discontinued firearms businesses, to require the destruction of such already collected records, and for other purposes.

Comments

Amiyah Craig

527

10 months ago

I think this bill is good because it stops the government from keeping records of gun transactions. It's important to protect our privacy and rights. But, what happens to the records that have already been collected? #HRBill563