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Responsible Firearms Marketing Act
12/15/2023, 4:07 PM
Summary of Bill S 1737
Bill 118 s 1737, also known as the Responsible Firearms Marketing Act, was introduced in the US Congress with the aim of regulating the marketing and advertising practices of firearms manufacturers and sellers. The bill seeks to prevent the promotion of firearms in a way that may appeal to minors or encourage irresponsible gun ownership.
Under this legislation, firearms advertisements would be required to include warnings about the dangers of gun ownership and the importance of safe storage practices. Additionally, the bill would prohibit the marketing of firearms in a manner that glamorizes or promotes violence.
Supporters of the Responsible Firearms Marketing Act argue that it is necessary to address the issue of gun violence in the United States and to promote responsible gun ownership. They believe that stricter regulations on firearms advertising can help prevent tragedies such as mass shootings and accidental shootings. Opponents of the bill, however, argue that it infringes on the First Amendment rights of firearms manufacturers and sellers. They believe that the government should not be involved in regulating the content of advertisements and that such regulations could have a negative impact on the firearms industry. Overall, the Responsible Firearms Marketing Act is a controversial piece of legislation that raises important questions about the balance between free speech and public safety. It remains to be seen whether the bill will gain enough support in Congress to become law.
Under this legislation, firearms advertisements would be required to include warnings about the dangers of gun ownership and the importance of safe storage practices. Additionally, the bill would prohibit the marketing of firearms in a manner that glamorizes or promotes violence.
Supporters of the Responsible Firearms Marketing Act argue that it is necessary to address the issue of gun violence in the United States and to promote responsible gun ownership. They believe that stricter regulations on firearms advertising can help prevent tragedies such as mass shootings and accidental shootings. Opponents of the bill, however, argue that it infringes on the First Amendment rights of firearms manufacturers and sellers. They believe that the government should not be involved in regulating the content of advertisements and that such regulations could have a negative impact on the firearms industry. Overall, the Responsible Firearms Marketing Act is a controversial piece of legislation that raises important questions about the balance between free speech and public safety. It remains to be seen whether the bill will gain enough support in Congress to become law.
Congressional Summary of S 1737
Responsible Firearms Marketing Act
This bill requires the Federal Trade Commission to study and report on potentially unfair or deceptive practices that may be prevalent in the advertising or marketing of firearms.
Additionally, the commission must issue regulations prohibiting such practices, and the bill provides for enforcement by the commission.
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Current Status of Bill S 1737
Bill S 1737 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 18, 2023. Bill S 1737 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on May 18, 2023. Bill S 1737's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. as of May 18, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1737
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
26Democrat Cosponsors
24Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
2Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1737
Primary Policy Focus
CommerceAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 1737
Responsible Firearms Marketing Act
Responsible Firearms Marketing Act
A bill to direct the Federal Trade Commission to conduct a study and submit to Congress a report on unfair or deceptive acts or practices that may be prevalent in the advertising or marketing of firearms and to issue regulations to prohibit unfair or deceptive acts or practices related to the advertising or marketing of firearms, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 1737
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