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Preventing Gun Violence: Tracking Extremist Funding for Firearms

This act aims to better understand how domestic terrorists acquire firearms. It requires the FinCEN agency to collect information from banks and other financial institutions. The goal is to create an advisory to help detect suspicious transactions related to gun purchases, enhancing public safety.
Key points
Financial institutions will be asked for information on firearm procurement by extremists.
FinCEN will issue an advisory to banks to help identify suspicious gun-related transactions.
The act seeks to make it harder for domestic terrorists to obtain firearms, potentially impacting citizen safety.
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Print number: 117_HR_5764
Sponsor: Rep. Dean, Madeleine [D-PA-4]
Process start date: 2021-10-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Gun Violence Prevention Through Financial Intelligence Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5764.

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 2021-10-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Financial institutions will be asked for information on firearm procurement by extremists.
  • FinCEN will issue an advisory to banks to help identify suspicious gun-related transactions.
  • The act seeks to make it harder for domestic terrorists to obtain firearms, potentially impacting citizen safety.
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. Dean, Madeleine [D-PA-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

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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