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Gun Buyback Program: Safer Neighborhoods and New Rules

This act establishes government-funded gun buyback programs to reduce the number of firearms in circulation. Citizens can voluntarily surrender firearms in exchange for special prepaid cards. The goal is to enhance community safety by removing guns from the streets.
Key points
The government will financially support gun buyback programs run by states, local governments, and licensed gun dealers.
Citizens surrendering firearms will receive special prepaid cards that cannot be used to purchase guns or ammunition.
Guns collected through the program will be checked against criminal databases and then recycled, with no resale allowed.
Using a program-issued prepaid card to buy a gun or ammunition will be a criminal offense, punishable by fine or imprisonment.
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Print number: 117_HR_3159
Sponsor: Rep. Payne, Donald M., Jr. [D-NJ-10]
Process start date: 2021-05-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Safer Neighborhoods Gun Buyback Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3159.

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:

  • The government will financially support gun buyback programs run by states, local governments, and licensed gun dealers.
  • Citizens surrendering firearms will receive special prepaid cards that cannot be used to purchase guns or ammunition.
  • Guns collected through the program will be checked against criminal databases and then recycled, with no resale allowed.
  • Using a program-issued prepaid card to buy a gun or ammunition will be a criminal offense, punishable by fine or imprisonment.
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. Payne, Donald M., Jr. [D-NJ-10].

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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