HEAR Act of 2023

Hozzl · 2023-12-11T11:45:18Z

Explore the details of House Bill 2985 HEAR 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.

12/11/2023, 11:45 AM

Summary of Bill HR 2985

The HEAR Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 hr 2985, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to address issues related to hearing loss and improve access to hearing healthcare services for individuals across the country.

One of the key provisions of the HEAR Act is the establishment of a task force that will be responsible for conducting research and making recommendations on how to improve access to hearing healthcare services. This task force will be made up of experts in the field of audiology, otolaryngology, and other related fields.

Additionally, the HEAR Act aims to increase awareness about hearing loss and the importance of early detection and treatment. This includes providing education and resources to healthcare providers, as well as implementing programs to educate the public about the signs and symptoms of hearing loss. Another important aspect of the HEAR Act is the inclusion of provisions to improve access to hearing aids and other assistive devices for individuals with hearing loss. This includes measures to make these devices more affordable and accessible to those who need them. Overall, the HEAR Act of 2023 is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to address the challenges faced by individuals with hearing loss and improve access to hearing healthcare services. It is currently being reviewed by Congress and has the potential to make a significant impact on the lives of millions of Americans.

Congressional Summary of HR 2985

Help Empower Americans to Respond Act of 2023 or the HEAR Act of 2023

This bill establishes a new criminal offense for the import, sale, manufacture, transfer, or possession of a firearm silencer or firearm muffler.

The bill does not prohibit certain conduct with respect to a firearm silencer or firearm muffler, including the following:

importation, sale, manufacture, transfer, or possession related to certain law enforcement efforts, or authorized tests or experiments; and
importation, sale, transfer, or possession related to securing nuclear materials.

In addition, the bill requires the Department of Justice to establish and implement a buy-back program to purchase firearm silencers and firearm mufflers. States and local governments may use Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program funds to compensate individuals who surrender firearm silencers and firearm mufflers under this buy-back program.

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Current Status of Bill HR 2985

Bill HR 2985 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 27, 2023. Bill HR 2985 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 27, 2023. Bill HR 2985's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of April 27, 2023