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Protecting Our Communities Act
1/11/2023, 1:49 PM
Summary of Bill HR 3299
Bill 117 HR 3299, also known as the Protecting Our Communities Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to enhance public safety and protect communities by providing additional resources and support to law enforcement agencies.
One of the key provisions of the Protecting Our Communities Act is the allocation of funding for the hiring of additional police officers and the purchase of new equipment for law enforcement agencies. This is aimed at increasing the capacity of these agencies to effectively combat crime and respond to emergencies.
Additionally, the bill includes measures to improve coordination and communication between different law enforcement agencies at the local, state, and federal levels. This is intended to enhance the effectiveness of joint operations and investigations, ultimately leading to a safer and more secure community. Furthermore, the Protecting Our Communities Act includes provisions to strengthen penalties for certain crimes, particularly those related to drug trafficking and violent offenses. By imposing stricter punishments for these crimes, the bill aims to deter criminal activity and hold offenders accountable for their actions. Overall, the Protecting Our Communities Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to bolster law enforcement efforts, enhance public safety, and protect communities from crime and violence. If passed, this bill has the potential to make a significant impact on the safety and well-being of individuals and families across the United States.
One of the key provisions of the Protecting Our Communities Act is the allocation of funding for the hiring of additional police officers and the purchase of new equipment for law enforcement agencies. This is aimed at increasing the capacity of these agencies to effectively combat crime and respond to emergencies.
Additionally, the bill includes measures to improve coordination and communication between different law enforcement agencies at the local, state, and federal levels. This is intended to enhance the effectiveness of joint operations and investigations, ultimately leading to a safer and more secure community. Furthermore, the Protecting Our Communities Act includes provisions to strengthen penalties for certain crimes, particularly those related to drug trafficking and violent offenses. By imposing stricter punishments for these crimes, the bill aims to deter criminal activity and hold offenders accountable for their actions. Overall, the Protecting Our Communities Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to bolster law enforcement efforts, enhance public safety, and protect communities from crime and violence. If passed, this bill has the potential to make a significant impact on the safety and well-being of individuals and families across the United States.
Congressional Summary of HR 3299
Protecting Our Communities Act
This expands the types of parts, weapons, and devices that are subject to regulation under federal firearms laws. The bill also establishes a notification requirement following a firearms-related background check that results in a denial.
Specifically, the bill
- 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;
- adds armor-piercing, concealable weapons to the list of firearms subject to regulation under federal firearms laws; and
- provides statutory authority for the regulation issued by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives to classify bump-stock devices as machine guns for the purposes of federal firearms laws.
Additionally, the bill requires the Department of Justice to notify state and local law enforcement authorities following a firearms-related background check that results in a denial.
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Current Status of Bill HR 3299
Bill HR 3299 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 18, 2021. Bill HR 3299 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on May 18, 2021.  Bill HR 3299's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security. as of November 9, 2021
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3299
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
24Democrat Cosponsors
24Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3299
Primary Policy Focus
Crime and Law EnforcementAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3299
Protecting Our Communities Act
To help reduce gun violence through background checks and the National Firearms Act, and for other purposes.
Protecting Our Communities Act
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 3299
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