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To provide a private right of action against the maker of any component of a ghost gun, and any person who facilitated a sale of the ghost gun, for injury or death resulting from the use of the ghost gun.
2/14/2025, 1:33 PM
Summary of Bill HR 544
Bill 119 HR 544, also known as the Ghost Gun Violence Prevention Act, aims to address the issue of ghost guns, which are firearms that are assembled from parts without serial numbers, making them untraceable. The bill proposes to provide a private right of action against the manufacturer of any component of a ghost gun, as well as any person who facilitated the sale of the ghost gun, in cases where injury or death results from the use of the ghost gun.
Under this legislation, individuals who have been harmed by a ghost gun would have the ability to seek legal recourse against those responsible for its creation or sale. This private right of action would allow victims or their families to hold accountable those who played a role in making the ghost gun available.
The bill is aimed at addressing the growing concern over the use of ghost guns in crimes and acts of violence, as these firearms are often used by individuals who are prohibited from owning guns or who wish to evade detection. By allowing for legal action against those involved in the production and distribution of ghost guns, the Ghost Gun Violence Prevention Act seeks to deter the creation and sale of these untraceable firearms. Overall, Bill 119 HR 544 represents a step towards addressing the issue of ghost guns and holding accountable those who contribute to their proliferation. It aims to provide a means for victims of ghost gun violence to seek justice and prevent further harm caused by these unregulated firearms.
Under this legislation, individuals who have been harmed by a ghost gun would have the ability to seek legal recourse against those responsible for its creation or sale. This private right of action would allow victims or their families to hold accountable those who played a role in making the ghost gun available.
The bill is aimed at addressing the growing concern over the use of ghost guns in crimes and acts of violence, as these firearms are often used by individuals who are prohibited from owning guns or who wish to evade detection. By allowing for legal action against those involved in the production and distribution of ghost guns, the Ghost Gun Violence Prevention Act seeks to deter the creation and sale of these untraceable firearms. Overall, Bill 119 HR 544 represents a step towards addressing the issue of ghost guns and holding accountable those who contribute to their proliferation. It aims to provide a means for victims of ghost gun violence to seek justice and prevent further harm caused by these unregulated firearms.
Congressional Summary of HR 544
This bill establishes a private right of action against a maker of any component of a ghost gun or any person who facilitated any sale of a ghost gun. A ghost gun is a firearm that lacks a unique serial number.
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Current Status of Bill HR 544
Bill HR 544 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 16, 2025. Bill HR 544 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 16, 2025. Bill HR 544's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of January 16, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 544
Total Number of Sponsors
2Democrat Sponsors
2Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 544
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 544
To provide a private right of action against the maker of any component of a ghost gun, and any person who facilitated a sale of the ghost gun, for injury or death resulting from the use of the ghost gun.
To provide a private right of action against the maker of any component of a ghost gun, and any person who facilitated a sale of the ghost gun, for injury or death resulting from the use of the ghost gun.
Comments

Shiloh Hess
638
1 year ago
I don't understand why this is happening. It seems like it could cause more problems than it solves. It's just not right.
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 544
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