Hearing Protection Act

Hozzl · 2025-02-13T09:06:25Z

Explore the details of House Bill 404 Hearing Protection Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on undefined. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/13/2025, 9:06 AM

Summary of Bill HR 404

Bill 119 HR 404, also known as the Hearing Protection Act, aims to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 by removing silencers from the definition of firearms. This bill seeks to make it easier for individuals to purchase and possess silencers, also known as suppressors, for firearms.

Currently, silencers are classified as firearms under the National Firearms Act, which requires individuals to undergo a lengthy and expensive process to obtain them, including paying a $200 tax stamp and undergoing a background check. The Hearing Protection Act would eliminate these requirements, making it easier for individuals to purchase and possess silencers.

Proponents of the bill argue that silencers help protect the hearing of shooters by reducing the noise of gunfire. They also argue that silencers are not inherently dangerous and should not be subject to the same regulations as firearms. Opponents of the bill, however, argue that silencers make it easier for individuals to commit crimes with firearms, as the reduced noise makes it harder for law enforcement and bystanders to identify and respond to gunfire. They also argue that removing regulations on silencers could make it easier for individuals who should not have access to firearms to obtain them. Overall, Bill 119 HR 404 is a controversial piece of legislation that seeks to change the regulations surrounding silencers and firearms. It is currently being debated in Congress, and its outcome remains uncertain.

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Current Status of Bill HR 404

Bill HR 404 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 15, 2025. Bill HR 404 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 15, 2025. Bill HR 404'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 15, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 404

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Total Number of Cosponsors

291

Democrat Cosponsors

Republican Cosponsors

291

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 404

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 404

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to remove silencers from the definition of firearms, and for other purposes.To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to remove silencers from the definition of firearms, and for other purposes.

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