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No Backdoor Gun Control Act of 2022

12/30/2022, 4:33 AM

Summary of Bill HR 6817

Bill 117 HR 6817, also known as the No Backdoor Gun Control Act of 2022, is a piece of legislation currently being considered in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to prevent the implementation of gun control measures through executive actions or regulations that bypass the normal legislative process.

The bill specifically prohibits any federal agency or official from using funds to implement or enforce any rule, regulation, or executive order that would restrict the Second Amendment rights of law-abiding citizens. It also requires that any proposed gun control measures be subject to the normal legislative process, including debate and approval by Congress.

Supporters of the bill argue that it is necessary to protect the constitutional rights of gun owners and ensure that any proposed gun control measures are subject to proper scrutiny and debate. They believe that allowing gun control measures to be implemented through executive actions or regulations undermines the democratic process. Opponents of the bill argue that it could hinder the ability of the government to respond quickly to emerging threats or issues related to gun violence. They believe that some gun control measures may be necessary to protect public safety and that the normal legislative process can be slow and cumbersome. Overall, Bill 117 HR 6817, the No Backdoor Gun Control Act of 2022, is a controversial piece of legislation that seeks to prevent the implementation of gun control measures through executive actions or regulations. Its fate in Congress remains uncertain as lawmakers continue to debate the issue.

Congressional Summary of HR 6817

No Backdoor Gun Control Act of 2022

This bill removes the category of any other weapon from the definition of firearm under the National Firearms Act.

The bill treats persons who acquire or possess any other weapon as meeting registration or licensing requirements under the National Firearms Act.

The bill requires the Department of Justice to destroy any records relating to the registration of any other weapon not later than one year after the enactment of this bill.

Current Status of Bill HR 6817

Bill HR 6817 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 22, 2022. Bill HR 6817 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on February 22, 2022.  Bill HR 6817's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security. as of November 1, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6817

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
70
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
70
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6817

Primary Policy Focus

Taxation

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6817

No Backdoor Gun Control Act of 2022
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to remove certain weapons from the definition of firearms for the purposes of the National Firearms Act, and for other purposes.
No Backdoor Gun Control Act of 2022

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