What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is HR 2377.
Federal Extreme Risk Protection Orders: Enhancing Firearm Safety
This Act introduces federal extreme risk protection orders, allowing courts to temporarily remove firearms from individuals deemed a danger to themselves or others. The goal is to enhance public safety through swift intervention in crisis situations. Citizens may be subject to such an order based on a family member's or law enforcement officer's petition, with due process rights ensured.
Key points
Temporary removal of firearms from individuals posing a risk to themselves or others, based on a court order.
Petitions for such orders can be filed by family members or law enforcement officers, and the individual subject to the order has the right to counsel and a hearing.
The Act includes penalties for knowingly submitting false information or frivolous petitions.
It establishes a grant program to support states and Indian Tribes implementing similar extreme risk protection order laws, promoting training for law enforcement and public awareness.
53%
VOTING RESULTS
2022-06-09
For
224
Against
202
Abstain
0
Status:
Expired
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