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End Gun Violence Act of 2023
12/15/2023, 4:08 PM
Summary of Bill S 2732
Bill 118 s 2732, also known as the End Gun Violence Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of addressing the issue of gun violence in the country. The bill proposes several measures to help reduce gun violence and improve public safety.
One of the key provisions of the bill is the implementation of universal background checks for all gun purchases, including those made at gun shows and online. This measure is intended to prevent individuals who may pose a threat to public safety from obtaining firearms.
Additionally, the End Gun Violence Act of 2023 includes provisions for the establishment of a national gun buyback program. This program would allow individuals to voluntarily surrender their firearms in exchange for monetary compensation, with the goal of reducing the number of guns in circulation and potentially preventing gun violence. The bill also seeks to strengthen enforcement of existing gun laws by providing additional resources to law enforcement agencies and improving coordination between federal, state, and local authorities. This is intended to help ensure that individuals who are prohibited from owning firearms, such as convicted felons and individuals with a history of domestic violence, are unable to obtain guns illegally. Overall, the End Gun Violence Act of 2023 aims to address the issue of gun violence in a comprehensive and proactive manner, with the goal of improving public safety and reducing the number of gun-related incidents in the United States.
One of the key provisions of the bill is the implementation of universal background checks for all gun purchases, including those made at gun shows and online. This measure is intended to prevent individuals who may pose a threat to public safety from obtaining firearms.
Additionally, the End Gun Violence Act of 2023 includes provisions for the establishment of a national gun buyback program. This program would allow individuals to voluntarily surrender their firearms in exchange for monetary compensation, with the goal of reducing the number of guns in circulation and potentially preventing gun violence. The bill also seeks to strengthen enforcement of existing gun laws by providing additional resources to law enforcement agencies and improving coordination between federal, state, and local authorities. This is intended to help ensure that individuals who are prohibited from owning firearms, such as convicted felons and individuals with a history of domestic violence, are unable to obtain guns illegally. Overall, the End Gun Violence Act of 2023 aims to address the issue of gun violence in a comprehensive and proactive manner, with the goal of improving public safety and reducing the number of gun-related incidents in the United States.
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Current Status of Bill S 2732
Bill S 2732 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 6, 2023. Bill S 2732 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on September 6, 2023. Bill S 2732's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. as of September 6, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2732
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2732
Primary Policy Focus
Crime and Law EnforcementAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 2732
End Gun Violence Act of 2023
End Gun Violence Act of 2023
A bill to amend title 18, United States Code, to prohibit the sale or other disposition of any firearm or ammunition to any person who has been convicted of a violent misdemeanor, and for other purposes.
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