Sporting Firearms Access Act of 2025
2/12/2025, 7:31 PMSummary of Bill S 89
Bill 119 s 89, also known as the "Firearms and Ammunition Importation Reform Act," aims to make changes to the current restrictions on importing firearms and ammunition into the United States. The bill was introduced in the Senate and is currently under consideration.The main goal of this bill is to streamline the process for importing firearms and ammunition, making it easier for law-abiding citizens to legally bring these items into the country. The bill seeks to reduce bureaucratic red tape and unnecessary regulations that can hinder the importation of firearms and ammunition.
One key provision of the bill is the establishment of a more efficient and transparent process for obtaining import permits for firearms and ammunition. This would help to ensure that individuals and businesses can navigate the importation process more easily and quickly. Additionally, the bill includes measures to enhance the enforcement of existing laws related to the importation of firearms and ammunition. This includes increased penalties for those who violate importation laws and improved coordination between federal agencies responsible for overseeing imports. Overall, supporters of the bill argue that it will help to promote responsible gun ownership and support the firearms industry by making it easier to import firearms and ammunition legally. Critics, however, raise concerns about potential loopholes that could be exploited by those seeking to bring illegal firearms into the country. As the bill continues to be debated and considered in Congress, it will be important for lawmakers to carefully weigh the potential benefits and drawbacks of these proposed reforms to the importation of firearms and ammunition.
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Current Status of Bill S 89
Bill S 89 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 14, 2025. Bill S 89 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on January 14, 2025. Bill S 89's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. as of January 14, 2025Bipartisan Support of Bill S 89
Total Number of Sponsors
5Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
5Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
25Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
25Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 89
Primary Policy Focus
Crime and Law EnforcementAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 89
A bill to reform restrictions on the importation of firearms and ammunition.A bill to reform restrictions on the importation of firearms and ammunition.Comments
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