Disarm Hate Act
12/30/2022, 5:47 PMSummary of Bill HR 3929
Bill 117 HR 3929, also known as the Disarm Hate Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to prevent individuals who have been convicted of hate crimes from purchasing or possessing firearms.The bill specifically targets individuals who have been convicted of a misdemeanor hate crime. It aims to close a loophole in current gun laws that allows individuals convicted of misdemeanor hate crimes to still be able to purchase and possess firearms.
Under the Disarm Hate Act, individuals who have been convicted of a misdemeanor hate crime would be prohibited from purchasing or possessing firearms. This is seen as a way to prevent individuals who have demonstrated a propensity for violence and hate from being able to access firearms, which could potentially be used to commit further acts of violence. Supporters of the bill argue that it is a common-sense measure to help prevent hate crimes and gun violence. They believe that individuals who have been convicted of hate crimes should not be allowed to have access to firearms, as it could pose a danger to society. Opponents of the bill, however, argue that it infringes on the Second Amendment rights of individuals who have served their time for their crimes. They believe that individuals who have completed their sentences should not be further punished by being denied the right to own firearms. Overall, the Disarm Hate Act is a controversial piece of legislation that aims to address the intersection of hate crimes and gun violence. It remains to be seen whether or not the bill will gain enough support to pass in Congress and become law.
Congressional Summary of HR 3929
Disarm Hate Act
The bill expands the categories of persons who are prohibited from receiving or possessing a firearm.
Specifically, it prohibits firearm sale or transfer to and receipt, possession, shipment, or transport by a person (1) who has been convicted of a misdemeanor hate crime, or (2) who has received an enhanced hate crime misdemeanor sentence.
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Current Status of Bill HR 3929
Bill HR 3929 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 16, 2021. Bill HR 3929 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 16, 2021. Bill HR 3929's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security. as of November 1, 2022Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3929
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
314Democrat Cosponsors
314Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3929
Primary Policy Focus
Crime and Law EnforcementPotential Impact Areas
Assault and harassment offensesCriminal procedure and sentencingFirearms and explosivesHate crimesViolent crimeAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3929
Disarm Hate ActTo prevent a person who has been convicted of a misdemeanor hate crime, or received an enhanced sentence for a misdemeanor because of hate or bias in its commission, from obtaining a firearm.Disarm Hate ActComments
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