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State Firearms Dealer Licensing Enhancement Act

12/15/2023, 3:55 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1595

Bill 118 hr 1595, also known as the State Firearms Dealer Licensing Enhancement Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to enhance the licensing requirements for firearms dealers at the state level.

Under this bill, states would be required to establish a licensing system for firearms dealers that includes background checks, training requirements, and record-keeping provisions. This would help ensure that only qualified and responsible individuals are able to sell firearms in the state.

Additionally, the bill would require states to share information with the federal government on individuals who have been denied a firearms dealer license or had their license revoked. This would help prevent individuals who are prohibited from owning firearms from obtaining a dealer license. Overall, the State Firearms Dealer Licensing Enhancement Act aims to improve the regulation of firearms dealers at the state level in order to enhance public safety and prevent firearms from falling into the wrong hands.

Congressional Summary of HR 1595

State Firearms Dealer Licensing Enhancement Act

This bill authorizes the Department of Justice to award grants to states and tribal governments for the development, implementation, improvement, or evaluation of firearms dealer licensing programs.

Current Status of Bill HR 1595

Bill HR 1595 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 14, 2023. Bill HR 1595 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 14, 2023.  Bill HR 1595's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of March 14, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1595

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
54
Democrat Cosponsors
54
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1595

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

Potential Impact Areas

- Congressional oversight
- Firearms and explosives
- Government information and archives
- Intergovernmental relations
- Licensing and registrations
- State and local government operations

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1595

State Firearms Dealer Licensing Enhancement Act
State Firearms Dealer Licensing Enhancement Act
To amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to provide for grants for State firearms dealer licensing programs, and for other purposes.

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