Federal Firearms Licensee Protection Act of 2023

Hozzl · 2024-03-08T08:15:19Z

Explore the details of House Bill 2620 Federal Firearms Licensee Protection Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Crime and Law Enforcement. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/8/2024, 8:15 AM

Summary of Bill HR 2620

Bill 118 hr 2620, also known as the Federal Firearms Licensee Protection Act of 2023, aims to enhance the safety and security of Federal Firearms Licensees (FFLs) across the United States. The bill seeks to address the increasing incidents of thefts, burglaries, and violent attacks targeting FFLs, which have put these licensees and their communities at risk.

The key provisions of the bill include increasing penalties for individuals who commit crimes against FFLs, such as theft, burglary, or assault. The bill also calls for the establishment of a task force within the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) to investigate and prosecute crimes against FFLs more effectively.

Additionally, the bill proposes the implementation of enhanced security measures for FFLs, such as requiring the use of security cameras, alarm systems, and safes to store firearms. FFLs would also be required to report any thefts or losses of firearms to the ATF within 24 hours of discovery. Overall, the Federal Firearms Licensee Protection Act of 2023 aims to strengthen the safety and security of FFLs, reduce the risk of firearms falling into the wrong hands, and protect communities from the potential dangers posed by crimes committed against FFLs.

Congressional Summary of HR 2620

Federal Firearms Licensee Protection Act of 2023

This bill modifies criminal penalties for an offense involving the theft of a firearm from a licensed importer, manufacturer, or dealer, or from their business premises.

Specifically, the bill does the following:

increases from 10 to 20 years the maximum prison term, and
creates a 3- or 5-year mandatory minimum prison term for an offense that occurs during the commission of a burglary or robbery.

An attempt to commit an offense is subject to the same penalties as a substantive offense.

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Current Status of Bill HR 2620

Bill HR 2620 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 13, 2023. Bill HR 2620 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 13, 2023. Bill HR 2620's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of April 13, 2023