Preventing Illegal Weapons Trafficking Act of 2023

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Explore the details of House Bill 2909 Preventing Illegal Weapons Trafficking Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Crime and Law Enforcement. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/20/2024, 9:06 AM

Summary of Bill HR 2909

Bill 118 hr 2909, also known as the Preventing Illegal Weapons Trafficking Act of 2023, aims to address the issue of illegal weapons trafficking in the United States. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on March 15, 2023, and is currently under consideration by the Judiciary Committee.

The main provisions of the bill include increasing penalties for individuals caught trafficking illegal weapons, as well as providing additional resources to law enforcement agencies to combat this issue. The bill also calls for the establishment of a national database to track illegal weapons and their origins, in order to better identify and prosecute those involved in trafficking.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to improve coordination between federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies in addressing illegal weapons trafficking. This includes providing training and resources to help these agencies better identify and intercept illegal weapons shipments. Overall, the Preventing Illegal Weapons Trafficking Act of 2023 aims to strengthen efforts to combat the flow of illegal weapons in the United States and protect communities from the dangers posed by these weapons. It is currently being reviewed by Congress and may undergo further revisions before being voted on.

Congressional Summary of HR 2909

Preventing Illegal Weapons Trafficking Act of 2023

This bill requires the Departments of Justice, Homeland Security, and the Treasury to develop and implement a strategy to prevent or intercept the importation or trafficking of machinegun conversion devices. The term machinegun conversion device means parts or combinations of parts designed and intended for use in converting a weapon into a machinegun.

The bill also specifies that proceeds derived from the illegal trafficking of a machinegun are subject to seizure and forfeiture.

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Current Status of Bill HR 2909

Bill HR 2909 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 26, 2023. Bill HR 2909 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 26, 2023. Bill HR 2909's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Trade. as of December 17, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2909

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2909

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

Potential Impact Areas

Congressional oversightCrime preventionFirearms and explosivesGovernment information and archivesSmuggling and trafficking

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2909

Preventing Illegal Weapons Trafficking Act of 2023Preventing Illegal Weapons Trafficking Act of 2023To address the importation and proliferation of machinegun conversion devices.

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