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Pause for Gun Safety Act
12/15/2023, 3:56 PM
Summary of Bill HR 2392
The Pause for Gun Safety Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 2392, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to implement a temporary pause on the sale of firearms to individuals who are deemed to be at high risk of committing acts of violence. This pause would allow for a thorough background check and evaluation of the individual's mental health history before a decision is made on whether or not they should be allowed to purchase a gun.
The bill outlines specific criteria for determining who would be considered high risk, including individuals with a history of domestic violence, individuals who have been involuntarily committed to a mental health facility, and individuals who have made credible threats of violence. The pause would last for a period of 14 days, during which time law enforcement officials would conduct a thorough investigation into the individual's background and mental health history.
Supporters of the Pause for Gun Safety Act argue that it is a necessary measure to prevent individuals who pose a threat to themselves or others from obtaining firearms. They believe that the temporary pause will allow for a more thorough evaluation of individuals who may be at risk of committing acts of violence, potentially saving lives in the process. Opponents of the bill, however, argue that it infringes on the Second Amendment rights of law-abiding citizens and could lead to delays in the purchasing process for individuals who have a legitimate need for a firearm. They also raise concerns about the potential for abuse of the system, with some fearing that the criteria for determining high risk individuals may be too broad and could result in unjust denials of gun purchases. Overall, the Pause for Gun Safety Act is a controversial piece of legislation that seeks to balance the rights of individuals to own firearms with the need to prevent gun violence. Its fate in Congress remains uncertain as lawmakers continue to debate the merits and potential drawbacks of the bill.
The bill outlines specific criteria for determining who would be considered high risk, including individuals with a history of domestic violence, individuals who have been involuntarily committed to a mental health facility, and individuals who have made credible threats of violence. The pause would last for a period of 14 days, during which time law enforcement officials would conduct a thorough investigation into the individual's background and mental health history.
Supporters of the Pause for Gun Safety Act argue that it is a necessary measure to prevent individuals who pose a threat to themselves or others from obtaining firearms. They believe that the temporary pause will allow for a more thorough evaluation of individuals who may be at risk of committing acts of violence, potentially saving lives in the process. Opponents of the bill, however, argue that it infringes on the Second Amendment rights of law-abiding citizens and could lead to delays in the purchasing process for individuals who have a legitimate need for a firearm. They also raise concerns about the potential for abuse of the system, with some fearing that the criteria for determining high risk individuals may be too broad and could result in unjust denials of gun purchases. Overall, the Pause for Gun Safety Act is a controversial piece of legislation that seeks to balance the rights of individuals to own firearms with the need to prevent gun violence. Its fate in Congress remains uncertain as lawmakers continue to debate the merits and potential drawbacks of the bill.
Congressional Summary of HR 2392
Pause for Gun Safety Act
This bill establishes a seven-day waiting period for firearm transfers to unlicensed individuals.
Specifically, the bill makes it unlawful to transfer a firearm to an unlicensed individual unless seven calendar days have elapsed since the transferee's most recent offer to take possession of the firearm. A violator is subject to criminal penalties—a fine, up to five years in prison, or both.
The seven-day waiting period does not apply to certain firearm transfers, such as a temporary transfer for use exclusively at a shooting range.
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Current Status of Bill HR 2392
Bill HR 2392 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 29, 2023. Bill HR 2392 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 29, 2023. Bill HR 2392's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of March 29, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2392
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
4Democrat Cosponsors
4Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2392
Primary Policy Focus
Crime and Law EnforcementAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2392
Pause for Gun Safety Act
Pause for Gun Safety Act
To require a seven-day waiting period before the receipt of a firearm.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 2392
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