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Extreme Risk Protection Order Act: Enhancing Firearm Safety

This act aims to support states and tribes in establishing and implementing laws that allow for the temporary removal of firearms from individuals deemed a danger to themselves or others by a court. Citizens may see changes in firearm possession procedures, intended to enhance public safety and prevent gun violence.
Key points
Establishes a grant program for states and tribes to fund and implement extreme risk protection order (red flag) laws.
Creates a federal firearm prohibition for individuals subject to a court-issued extreme risk protection order, provided due process rights are respected.
Requires extreme risk protection orders to be recorded in national databases, facilitating enforcement and background checks.
Ensures that extreme risk protection orders issued in one state or by a tribe are recognized and enforced in other states and by other tribes.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_3480
Sponsor: Rep. Carbajal, Salud O. [D-CA-24]
Process start date: 2021-05-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Extreme Risk Protection Order Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3480.

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 2021-05-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes a grant program for states and tribes to fund and implement extreme risk protection order (red flag) laws.
  • Creates a federal firearm prohibition for individuals subject to a court-issued extreme risk protection order, provided due process rights are respected.
  • Requires extreme risk protection orders to be recorded in national databases, facilitating enforcement and background checks.
  • Ensures that extreme risk protection orders issued in one state or by a tribe are recognized and enforced in other states and by other tribes.
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. Carbajal, Salud O. [D-CA-24].

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 2025-12-28.

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