Extreme Risk Protection Order Expansion Act of 2023

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 247 Extreme Risk Protection Order Expansion 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.

1/22/2024, 7:00 PM

Summary of Bill S 247

Bill 118 s 247, also known as the Extreme Risk Protection Order Expansion Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to expand the use of Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPOs) in order to prevent individuals who are deemed to be a risk to themselves or others from possessing firearms.

Under the provisions of this bill, ERPOs would be available to law enforcement officers, family members, and household members of individuals who exhibit dangerous behavior or pose a threat to themselves or others. These individuals would be able to petition a court to temporarily remove firearms from the possession of the at-risk individual.

The bill also includes provisions for due process protections, including the requirement for a court hearing within a certain timeframe after an ERPO is issued. Additionally, the bill includes penalties for individuals who falsely petition for an ERPO in order to harass or intimidate someone. Overall, the Extreme Risk Protection Order Expansion Act of 2023 aims to provide a legal mechanism for removing firearms from individuals who are deemed to be a danger to themselves or others, while also ensuring that due process rights are protected.

Congressional Summary of S 247

Extreme Risk Protection Order Expansion Act of 2023

This bill establishes grants to support the implementation of extreme risk protection order laws at the state and local levels, extends federal firearms restrictions to individuals who are subject to extreme risk protection orders, and expands related data collection. Extreme risk protection order laws, or red flag laws, generally allow certain individuals (e.g., law enforcement officers or family members) to petition a court for a temporary order that prohibits an at-risk individual from purchasing and possessing firearms.

Among its provisions, the bill

directs the Department of Justice to establish a grant program to help states, local governments, Indian tribes, and other entities implement extreme risk protection order laws;
extends federal restrictions on the receipt, possession, shipment, and transportation of firearms and ammunition to individuals who are subject to extreme risk protection orders; and
requires the Federal Bureau of Investigation to compile records from federal, tribal, and state courts and other agencies that identify individuals who are subject to extreme risk protection orders.

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Current Status of Bill S 247

Bill S 247 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 2, 2023. Bill S 247 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on February 2, 2023. Bill S 247's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S235) as of February 2, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 247

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 247

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

Potential Impact Areas

- Crime prevention

- Crime victims

- Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation

- Criminal justice information and records

- Disability and health-based discrimination

- Domestic violence and child abuse

- Drug, alcohol, tobacco use

- Due process and equal protection

- Employment and training programs

- Federal-Indian relations

- Firearms and explosives

- Government information and archives

- Health care coverage and access

- Intergovernmental relations

- Jurisdiction and venue

- Law enforcement administration and funding

- Law enforcement officers

- Mental health

- Racial and ethnic relations

- Religion

- Retail and wholesale trades

- Sex, gender, sexual orientation discrimination

- Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations

- State and local government operations

- Veterans' pensions and compensation

- Violent crime

- Vocational and technical education

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 247

Extreme Risk Protection Order Expansion Act of 2023

A bill to support State, Tribal, and local efforts to remove access to firearms from individuals who are a danger to themselves or others pursuant to court orders for this purpose.