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Calling for the submission to the House of Representatives of certain information in the possession of the Attorney General regarding NICS Indices Self-Submission Forms.
4/17/2024, 11:45 PM
Summary of Bill HRES 1477
Bill 117 H.Res. 1477, also known as the "Calling for the submission to the House of Representatives of certain information in the possession of the Attorney General regarding NICS Indices Self-Submission Forms," is a piece of legislation that aims to require the Attorney General to provide certain information to the House of Representatives regarding the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) Indices Self-Submission Forms.
The bill calls for the submission of information related to individuals who have voluntarily submitted information to the NICS Indices Self-Submission Forms. These forms allow individuals to provide information about themselves that may impact their ability to legally purchase firearms. The bill seeks to ensure that the House of Representatives has access to this information in order to better understand the individuals who are voluntarily submitting information to the NICS system.
The purpose of this legislation is to increase transparency and accountability within the NICS system, as well as to provide lawmakers with the necessary information to make informed decisions regarding gun control and background check policies. By requiring the Attorney General to submit this information to the House of Representatives, the bill aims to ensure that lawmakers have access to all relevant information when considering legislation related to firearms and background checks. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 1477 is a measure that seeks to improve the transparency and accountability of the NICS system by requiring the Attorney General to provide certain information to the House of Representatives regarding individuals who have voluntarily submitted information to the NICS Indices Self-Submission Forms.
The bill calls for the submission of information related to individuals who have voluntarily submitted information to the NICS Indices Self-Submission Forms. These forms allow individuals to provide information about themselves that may impact their ability to legally purchase firearms. The bill seeks to ensure that the House of Representatives has access to this information in order to better understand the individuals who are voluntarily submitting information to the NICS system.
The purpose of this legislation is to increase transparency and accountability within the NICS system, as well as to provide lawmakers with the necessary information to make informed decisions regarding gun control and background check policies. By requiring the Attorney General to submit this information to the House of Representatives, the bill aims to ensure that lawmakers have access to all relevant information when considering legislation related to firearms and background checks. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 1477 is a measure that seeks to improve the transparency and accountability of the NICS system by requiring the Attorney General to provide certain information to the House of Representatives regarding individuals who have voluntarily submitted information to the NICS Indices Self-Submission Forms.
Congressional Summary of HRES 1477
This resolution requests that the Department of Justice provide to the House of Representatives certain information related to the distribution of self-submission forms for the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS).
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Current Status of Bill HRES 1477
Bill HRES 1477 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 16, 2022. Bill HRES 1477 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on November 16, 2022. Bill HRES 1477's most recent activity was Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 163. as of December 13, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 1477
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 1477
Primary Policy Focus
Crime and Law EnforcementPotential Impact Areas
- Congressional-executive branch relations
- Criminal justice information and records
- Department of Justice
- Firearms and explosives
- Government information and archives
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 1477
Calling for the submission to the House of Representatives of certain information in the possession of the Attorney General regarding NICS Indices Self-Submission Forms.
Calling for the submission to the House of Representatives of certain information in the possession of the Attorney General regarding NICS Indices Self-Submission Forms.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HRES 1477
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