This bill matters because it seeks to change which types of firearms are legally available for purchase and ownership in the United States. If passed, it would ban the sale and manufacture of many commonly owned semiautomatic firearms, potentially impacting millions of gun owners and the firearm industry.
Voters should care because it touches upon fundamental debates about gun control, public safety, and Second Amendment rights. Proponents believe such a ban would reduce gun violence, especially in mass shootings. Opponents argue it infringes on the rights of law-abiding citizens and may not be effective in deterring crime, while targeting firearms commonly used for sport or self-defense. The bill's outcome would significantly shape federal gun laws and public discourse on firearm ownership.
KEY PROVISIONS
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PROVISION 01
Defines "semiautomatic assault weapon" for rifles based on features like detachable magazines, pistol grips, forward grips, or adjustable stocks.
This definition would prohibit many commonly owned rifles based on specific design characteristics.
PROVISION 02
Defines "semiautomatic assault weapon" for pistols based on features such as threaded barrels, a second pistol grip, or a heavy unloaded weight.
This expands the scope of prohibited firearms to include specific types of pistols often targeted in gun control debates.
PROVISION 03
Includes specific named models and their variations, such as all AK-type and AR-type rifles, as "semiautomatic assault weapons."
This provision directly targets and prohibits a large number of specific firearm models that are widely popular.
PROVISION 04
Defines any part or accessory designed to accelerate the rate of fire of a semiautomatic firearm as an "assault weapon."
This aims to prohibit devices like 'bump stocks' and similar accessories that modify a firearm's firing speed.
PROVISION 05
Defines "semiautomatic assault weapon" for shotguns based on capacity to accept detachable magazines or fixed magazines over 5 rounds, and features like folding stocks or pistol grips.
This extends the ban to certain types of shotguns often used for hunting, sport, or home defense.
This bill matters because it seeks to change which types of firearms are legally available for purchase and ownership in the United States. If passed, it would ban the sale and manufacture of many commonly owned semiautomatic firearms, potentially impacting millions of gun owners and the firearm industry.
Voters should care because it touches upon fundamental debates about gun control, public safety, and Second Amendment rights. Proponents believe such a ban would reduce gun violence, especially in mass shootings. Opponents argue it infringes on the rights of law-abiding citizens and may not be effective in deterring crime, while targeting firearms commonly used for sport or self-defense. The bill's outcome would significantly shape federal gun laws and public discourse on firearm ownership.
KEY PROVISIONS
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Defines "semiautomatic assault weapon" for rifles based on features like detachable magazines, pistol grips, forward grips, or adjustable stocks.
This definition would prohibit many commonly owned rifles based on specific design characteristics.
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Defines "semiautomatic assault weapon" for pistols based on features such as threaded barrels, a second pistol grip, or a heavy unloaded weight.
This expands the scope of prohibited firearms to include specific types of pistols often targeted in gun control debates.
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Includes specific named models and their variations, such as all AK-type and AR-type rifles, as "semiautomatic assault weapons."
This provision directly targets and prohibits a large number of specific firearm models that are widely popular.
med
Defines any part or accessory designed to accelerate the rate of fire of a semiautomatic firearm as an "assault weapon."
This aims to prohibit devices like 'bump stocks' and similar accessories that modify a firearm's firing speed.
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Defines "semiautomatic assault weapon" for shotguns based on capacity to accept detachable magazines or fixed magazines over 5 rounds, and features like folding stocks or pistol grips.
This extends the ban to certain types of shotguns often used for hunting, sport, or home defense.
GLOSSARY
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Semiautomatic Pistol
A handgun that fires one bullet with each pull of the trigger and automatically loads the next bullet into the chamber.
Semiautomatic Shotgun
A shotgun that fires one shell with each pull of the trigger and automatically loads the next shell into the chamber.
Semiautomatic Assault Weapon
A firearm (rifle, pistol, or shotgun) that uses energy from a fired bullet to load the next, requires a separate trigger pull for each shot, and possesses certain military-style features or is one of many specifically named models.
Detachable Ammunition Feeding Device
A magazine or clip that can be easily removed from a firearm, typically allowing for quick reloading and often holding a large number of rounds.
Pistol Grip
A handle on a rifle or shotgun that protrudes conspicuously beneath the action of the weapon, allowing for a more vertical and often more stable grip similar to a pistol.
Forward Grip
An additional grip located on the front handguard of a firearm, designed to be grasped by the non-firing hand for better control.
Barrel Shroud
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTS
APR 30, 25
Introduced in Senate
INTROREFERRAL
APR 30, 25
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
A casing or cover that partially or completely surrounds the barrel of a firearm, typically designed to prevent the shooter's hand from being burned by a hot barrel.
Threaded Barrel
A firearm barrel with threads at the muzzle, allowing for the attachment of accessories such as flash suppressors, suppressors, or muzzle brakes.
