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A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives relating to Definition of "Frame or Receiver" and Identification of Firearms.

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Summary of Bill SJRES 54

Bill 117 SJRes 54 is a joint resolution in the US Congress that aims to disapprove of a rule proposed by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) regarding the definition of "Frame or Receiver" and the identification of firearms. The rule in question falls under chapter 8 of title 5 of the United States Code.

The resolution seeks to challenge the ATF's proposed rule, which could potentially impact the way firearms are classified and identified. The resolution is part of the congressional oversight process, allowing lawmakers to review and potentially reject regulations put forth by federal agencies.

If passed, Bill 117 SJRes 54 would signify Congress's disapproval of the ATF's rule and prevent it from being implemented. This resolution highlights the ongoing debate surrounding gun control and regulation in the United States, with lawmakers on both sides of the aisle weighing in on the issue.

Congressional Summary of SJRES 54

This joint resolution nullifies a Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives rule published on April 26, 2022, concerning regulatory definitions and identification of firearms.

Current Status of Bill SJRES 54

Bill SJRES 54 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 23, 2022. Bill SJRES 54 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on June 23, 2022.  Bill SJRES 54's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. as of June 23, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill SJRES 54

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
38
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
38
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SJRES 54

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SJRES 54

A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives relating to Definition of "Frame or Receiver" and Identification of Firearms.
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives relating to Definition of "Frame or Receiver" and Identification of Firearms.

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