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New Rules for Devices Increasing Firearm Rate of Fire

This act aims to regulate "bump stocks" by treating them similarly to machineguns. Citizens owning such devices will need to register them within one year of the act's enactment to avoid legal consequences. These changes will impact the rights and obligations of semi-automatic weapon owners.
Key points
"Bump stock" devices are now treated like machineguns, meaning stricter regulations for their possession.
Owners of "bump stocks" have one year to register them in a special registry to avoid penalties.
The act defines a "bump stock" as a device that increases the rate of fire of a semi-automatic weapon or approximates the action of a machinegun.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_5427
Sponsor: Rep. Titus, Dina [D-NV-1]
Process start date: 2021-09-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Closing the Bump Stock Loophole Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5427.

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 2021-09-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • "Bump stock" devices are now treated like machineguns, meaning stricter regulations for their possession.
  • Owners of "bump stocks" have one year to register them in a special registry to avoid penalties.
  • The act defines a "bump stock" as a device that increases the rate of fire of a semi-automatic weapon or approximates the action of a machinegun.
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. Titus, Dina [D-NV-1].

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.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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