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Protecting Veterans' Gun Rights: No Disability Data to Background Checks.

This bill aims to stop the Department of Veterans Affairs from sharing personal information about veterans receiving disability benefits with the national criminal background check system. This means that a service-connected disability alone will not be a reason to restrict a veteran's access to firearms. Veterans will not have to worry that their health status will affect their gun ownership rights.
Key points
Prohibits the Department of Veterans Affairs from sending veterans' disability information to the national instant criminal background check system (NICS).
Veterans with service-connected disabilities will retain their gun ownership rights without additional restrictions based solely on their disability status.
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Print number: 117_HR_1771
Sponsor: Rep. Roy, Chip [R-TX-21]
Process start date: 2021-03-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Defending Veterans’ Second Amendment Rights Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_1771.

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 2021-03-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibits the Department of Veterans Affairs from sending veterans' disability information to the national instant criminal background check system (NICS).
  • Veterans with service-connected disabilities will retain their gun ownership rights without additional restrictions based solely on their disability status.
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. Roy, Chip [R-TX-21].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.

Is this summary verified?

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

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