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Gun Buyback Program: Enhancing Community Safety

This bill aims to enhance community safety by funding gun buyback programs. This means local law enforcement agencies can offer money or other incentives for voluntarily surrendered firearms, potentially reducing the number of guns in circulation and lowering gun-related crime.
Key points
Local law enforcement agencies (state, local, tribal police) can receive funds for gun buyback programs.
Buyback programs will involve voluntarily purchasing or accepting guns from citizens.
All collected guns will be destroyed, and programs must be well-advertised and protected against fraud.
The National Academy of Sciences will develop standards for identifying guns most likely used in violent crimes and establish a pricing scale for buybacks.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_3143
Sponsor: Rep. Deutch, Theodore E. [D-FL-22]
Process start date: 2021-05-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Buyback Our Safety Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3143.

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 2021-05-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Local law enforcement agencies (state, local, tribal police) can receive funds for gun buyback programs.
  • Buyback programs will involve voluntarily purchasing or accepting guns from citizens.
  • All collected guns will be destroyed, and programs must be well-advertised and protected against fraud.
  • The National Academy of Sciences will develop standards for identifying guns most likely used in violent crimes and establish a pricing scale for buybacks.
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. Deutch, Theodore E. [D-FL-22].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

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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