Veterans 2nd Amendment Protection Act

Hozzl · 2025-03-07T09:06:29Z

Explore the details of House Bill 1041 Veterans 2nd Amendment Protection Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on undefined. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/7/2025, 9:06 AM

Summary of Bill HR 1041

Bill 119 hr 1041, also known as the Veterans 2nd Amendment Protection Act, aims to amend title 38 of the United States Code to prevent the Secretary of Veterans Affairs from sharing certain information with the Department of Justice for use in the national instant criminal background check system. This bill is designed to protect the Second Amendment rights of veterans who may be unfairly targeted due to their mental health status.

The bill specifically prohibits the Secretary of Veterans Affairs from transmitting information to the Department of Justice that would indicate a veteran is mentally incompetent or unable to manage their own affairs. This information is often used in background checks to determine if an individual is eligible to purchase firearms.

Supporters of the bill argue that veterans should not be stripped of their Second Amendment rights without due process, and that sharing this information could unfairly stigmatize veterans who may be seeking mental health treatment. They believe that veterans who have served their country should not be penalized for seeking help for mental health issues. Opponents of the bill argue that it could potentially allow individuals with mental health issues to access firearms, putting themselves and others at risk. They believe that the safety of the public should be prioritized over the Second Amendment rights of veterans. Overall, Bill 119 hr 1041 raises important questions about the balance between protecting the rights of veterans and ensuring public safety. It will be interesting to see how this bill progresses through Congress and what impact it may have on gun control laws in the United States.

Congressional Summary of HR 1041

Veterans 2nd Amendment Protection Act

This bill prohibits the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) from transmitting certain information to the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) utilized by licensed importers or dealers of firearms.

Specifically, the bill prohibits the VA from transmitting personally identifying information of a veteran or a beneficiary to the NICS solely on the basis that such veteran or beneficiary has an appointed fiduciary to manage their benefits, unless there is an order or finding of a judicial authority that such veteran or beneficiary is a danger to themselves or others.

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Current Status of Bill HR 1041

Bill HR 1041 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 6, 2025. Bill HR 1041 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 6, 2025. Bill HR 1041's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. as of February 6, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1041

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Total Number of Cosponsors

262

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Republican Cosponsors

262

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1041

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1041

To amend title 38, United States Code, to prohibit the Secretary of Veterans Affairs from transmitting certain information to the Department of Justice for use by the national instant criminal background check system.To amend title 38, United States Code, to prohibit the Secretary of Veterans Affairs from transmitting certain information to the Department of Justice for use by the national instant criminal background check system.

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