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Calling for the submission to the House of Representatives of certain information regarding the decision of the President of the United States to institute the "Ghost Gun" Rule.

4/17/2024, 11:45 PM

Summary of Bill HRES 1478

Bill 117 H.Res. 1478 is a resolution that calls for the submission of specific information to the House of Representatives regarding the decision made by the President of the United States to implement the "Ghost Gun" Rule. The rule in question is aimed at addressing the issue of untraceable firearms, also known as "ghost guns," which are homemade firearms that lack serial numbers and can be difficult to track.

The resolution seeks to gather information on the rationale behind the President's decision to institute this rule, as well as any potential impacts it may have on gun control measures and public safety. It also calls for details on the process by which the rule was developed and implemented, including any consultations with relevant stakeholders and experts in the field.

Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 1478 aims to provide transparency and accountability in the decision-making process surrounding the "Ghost Gun" Rule, ensuring that the House of Representatives and the public are informed about the reasoning behind this significant policy change.

Congressional Summary of HRES 1478

This resolution requests that the President provide to the House of Representatives certain information and communications related to the decision to implement the rule issued by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives on April 26, 2022, and entitled Definition of 'Frame or Receiver' and Identification of Firearms (commonly known as the Ghost Gun Rule).

Current Status of Bill HRES 1478

Bill HRES 1478 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 16, 2022. Bill HRES 1478 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on November 16, 2022.  Bill HRES 1478's most recent activity was Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 164. as of December 13, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 1478

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 1478

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

Potential Impact Areas

- Administrative law and regulatory procedures
- Congressional-executive branch relations
- Department of Justice
- Executive Office of the President
- Firearms and explosives
- Government information and archives

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 1478

Calling for the submission to the House of Representatives of certain information regarding the decision of the President of the United States to institute the "Ghost Gun" Rule.
Calling for the submission to the House of Representatives of certain information regarding the decision of the President of the United States to institute the "Ghost Gun" Rule.

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