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Ghost Guns Are Guns Act

1/11/2023, 1:46 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1454

Bill 117 HR 1454, also known as the Ghost Guns Are Guns Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address the issue of "ghost guns," which are firearms that are assembled from kits or 3D printed parts and do not have serial numbers or other identifying markings.

The Ghost Guns Are Guns Act aims to regulate these ghost guns by requiring that they have serial numbers and be subject to the same background check requirements as traditional firearms. This would make it easier for law enforcement to track these weapons and hold individuals accountable for their possession and use.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to strengthen penalties for individuals who possess or distribute ghost guns illegally. This is intended to deter the production and distribution of these untraceable firearms and help prevent them from falling into the wrong hands. Overall, the Ghost Guns Are Guns Act seeks to address the growing concern of ghost guns and their potential impact on public safety. By regulating these firearms and increasing penalties for their illegal possession, the bill aims to make communities safer and hold individuals accountable for their actions.

Congressional Summary of HR 1454

Ghost Guns Are Guns Act

This bill broadens the definition of firearm for purposes of federal firearms laws.

Specifically, it includes as a firearm any combination of parts designed or intended to be used to convert a device into a firearm and from which a firearm may be readily assembled.

Current Status of Bill HR 1454

Bill HR 1454 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 1, 2021. Bill HR 1454 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on March 1, 2021.  Bill HR 1454's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security. as of April 28, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1454

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1454

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

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