Closing the Bump Stock Loophole Act of 2023
12/23/2023, 8:15 AMSummary of Bill HR 396
Bill 118 HR 396, also known as the Closing the Bump Stock Loophole Act of 2023, aims to address the issue of bump stocks, which are devices that can be attached to semi-automatic firearms to increase their rate of fire. The bill seeks to close the loophole that currently allows individuals to legally purchase and possess bump stocks, despite the fact that they can effectively turn a semi-automatic weapon into an automatic one.If passed, the bill would make it illegal to manufacture, sell, or possess bump stocks. It would also require individuals who currently own bump stocks to turn them in to law enforcement or destroy them within a specified timeframe. Failure to comply with these requirements could result in criminal penalties.
Supporters of the bill argue that banning bump stocks is a common-sense measure to prevent gun violence and mass shootings, as these devices have been used in several high-profile incidents in recent years. They believe that closing this loophole will help to make our communities safer. Opponents of the bill, on the other hand, argue that it infringes on the Second Amendment rights of law-abiding gun owners. They contend that bump stocks are not the root cause of gun violence and that banning them will not effectively address the issue. Overall, the Closing the Bump Stock Loophole Act of 2023 is a controversial piece of legislation that has sparked debate on both sides of the political spectrum. Its fate in Congress remains uncertain as lawmakers continue to weigh the potential benefits and drawbacks of enacting such a law.
Congressional Summary of HR 396
Closing the Bump Stock Loophole Act of 2023
This bill subjects bump stocks to regulation under federal firearms laws.
Specifically, the bill adds bump stocks to the list of firearms subject to regulation (e.g., registration and licensing requirements) under the National Firearms Act. Additionally, it includes bump stocks in the list of firearms subject to regulation (e.g., background check requirements) under the Gun Control Act of 1968.
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Current Status of Bill HR 396
Bill HR 396 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 17, 2023. Bill HR 396 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 17, 2023. Bill HR 396's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of January 17, 2023Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 396
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
262Democrat Cosponsors
260Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 396
Primary Policy Focus
Crime and Law EnforcementPotential Impact Areas
Firearms and explosivesLicensing and registrationsAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 396
Closing the Bump Stock Loophole Act of 2023Closing the Bump Stock Loophole Act of 2023To regulate bump stocks in the same manner as machineguns.Comments
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