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AR–15 National Gun Act

12/15/2023, 3:54 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1095

Bill 118 hr 1095, also known as the AR-15 National Gun Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The bill aims to regulate the sale and ownership of AR-15 rifles, a popular semi-automatic firearm.

If passed, the AR-15 National Gun Act would require individuals who wish to purchase an AR-15 to undergo a background check and obtain a license. This license would need to be renewed every five years. Additionally, the bill would ban the sale of AR-15 rifles to individuals under the age of 21.

The legislation also includes provisions for the tracking of AR-15 sales and transfers, as well as the establishment of a national registry of AR-15 owners. This registry would be accessible to law enforcement agencies in order to help prevent gun violence and track the ownership of these firearms. Supporters of the AR-15 National Gun Act argue that it is necessary to regulate the sale and ownership of AR-15 rifles in order to prevent mass shootings and reduce gun violence. They believe that the measures outlined in the bill will help keep these firearms out of the hands of individuals who may pose a threat to public safety. Opponents of the bill, however, argue that it infringes on the Second Amendment rights of law-abiding citizens and that it will not effectively prevent gun violence. They believe that the focus should be on addressing the root causes of gun violence, such as mental health issues and criminal activity, rather than imposing restrictions on legal gun owners. Overall, the AR-15 National Gun Act is a controversial piece of legislation that has sparked debate among lawmakers and the public. Its fate in Congress remains uncertain as discussions continue on how best to address gun violence in the United States.

Congressional Summary of HR 1095

AR-15 National Gun Act

This bill declares an AR-15 style rifle chambered in a .223 Remington round or a 5.56x45mm NATO round to be the National Gun of the United States.

Current Status of Bill HR 1095

Bill HR 1095 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 17, 2023. Bill HR 1095 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on February 17, 2023.  Bill HR 1095's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability. as of February 17, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1095

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
8
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
8
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1095

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Potential Impact Areas

- Firearms and explosives
- National symbols

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1095

AR–15 National Gun Act
AR–15 National Gun Act
To declare an AR-15 style rifle chambered in a .223 Remington round or a 5.56x45mm NATO round to be the National Gun of the United States.

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