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To reform the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives.
2/6/2025, 9:05 AM
Summary of Bill HR 624
Bill 119 HR 624, also known as the "Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) Reform Act," aims to make significant changes to the operations and oversight of the ATF. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives and is currently under consideration.
One of the key provisions of the bill is to require the ATF to submit an annual report to Congress detailing its activities, expenditures, and performance metrics. This increased transparency is intended to ensure that the agency is accountable to the American people and Congress.
Additionally, the bill seeks to streamline the ATF's regulatory processes and improve coordination with other law enforcement agencies. This includes establishing a process for the expedited review of applications for firearms licenses and permits, as well as enhancing information sharing between the ATF and other federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies. Furthermore, the bill includes provisions to strengthen the ATF's ability to combat illegal firearms trafficking and prevent the diversion of firearms to criminal organizations. This includes increasing penalties for individuals who knowingly provide false information on firearms applications and enhancing the ATF's ability to investigate and prosecute firearms trafficking offenses. Overall, Bill 119 HR 624 aims to reform the ATF in order to improve its effectiveness, accountability, and coordination with other law enforcement agencies. The bill is currently being debated in Congress, and its ultimate fate will depend on the support it receives from lawmakers.
One of the key provisions of the bill is to require the ATF to submit an annual report to Congress detailing its activities, expenditures, and performance metrics. This increased transparency is intended to ensure that the agency is accountable to the American people and Congress.
Additionally, the bill seeks to streamline the ATF's regulatory processes and improve coordination with other law enforcement agencies. This includes establishing a process for the expedited review of applications for firearms licenses and permits, as well as enhancing information sharing between the ATF and other federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies. Furthermore, the bill includes provisions to strengthen the ATF's ability to combat illegal firearms trafficking and prevent the diversion of firearms to criminal organizations. This includes increasing penalties for individuals who knowingly provide false information on firearms applications and enhancing the ATF's ability to investigate and prosecute firearms trafficking offenses. Overall, Bill 119 HR 624 aims to reform the ATF in order to improve its effectiveness, accountability, and coordination with other law enforcement agencies. The bill is currently being debated in Congress, and its ultimate fate will depend on the support it receives from lawmakers.
Current Status of Bill HR 624
Bill HR 624 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 22, 2025. Bill HR 624 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 22, 2025. Bill HR 624's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of January 22, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 624
Total Number of Sponsors
5Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
5Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
73Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
73Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 624
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 624
To reform the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives.
To reform the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 624
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