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Gun Trafficker Detection Act

2/8/2022, 11:17 PM

Congressional Summary of HR 5866

Gun Trafficker Detection Act

This bill requires gun owners to report the theft or loss of a firearm to law enforcement. It imposes criminal penalties on a violator.

The bill also establishes a private right of action for a person injured by a firearm that is the subject of a violation.

Current Status of Bill HR 5866

Bill HR 5866 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 12, 2020. Bill HR 5866 was introduced during Congress 116 and was introduced to the House on February 12, 2020.  Bill HR 5866's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security. as of March 10, 2020

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5866

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
5
Democrat Cosponsors
5
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5866

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

Potential Impact Areas

- Civil actions and liability
- Crimes against property
- Criminal justice information and records
- Criminal procedure and sentencing
- Firearms and explosives

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5866

Gun Trafficker Detection Act
To require lost or stolen firearms to be reported to law enforcement authorities within 48 hours, and for other purposes.
Gun Trafficker Detection Act

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