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Act to Prevent Illegal Gun Trafficking and Crime

This act aims to make illegal firearm trafficking more difficult by introducing new penalties for transferring or receiving multiple firearms if it's known to be unlawful. Citizens should be aware that these new rules are designed to enhance public safety by prosecuting those involved in illegal gun trade, potentially leading to a reduction in gun-related crime.
Key points
Establishes a new offense for illegal firearm trafficking, covering the transfer or receipt of two or more firearms in violation of the law.
Penalties for illegal gun trafficking can be up to 20 years in prison, with an additional 5 years for organizers of criminal groups.
The act does not apply to legal transfers of firearms as gifts or through inheritance, provided the recipient can legally possess a firearm.
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_1007
Sponsor: Rep. Maloney, Carolyn B. [D-NY-12]
Process start date: 2021-02-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Hadiya Pendleton and Nyasia Pryear-Yard Gun Trafficking and Crime Prevention Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_1007.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-02-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes a new offense for illegal firearm trafficking, covering the transfer or receipt of two or more firearms in violation of the law.
  • Penalties for illegal gun trafficking can be up to 20 years in prison, with an additional 5 years for organizers of criminal groups.
  • The act does not apply to legal transfers of firearms as gifts or through inheritance, provided the recipient can legally possess a firearm.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Maloney, Carolyn B. [D-NY-12].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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