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Protecting Americans from Gun Violence Act: Fees, Research, and Lost Firearm Reporting.

This act introduces a $1 fee for background checks when purchasing firearms, intended to fund gun violence research and victim assistance. It also mandates reporting lost or stolen firearms to local authorities within 48 hours, with penalties for non-compliance. The goal is to enhance public safety and improve firearm tracking.
Key points
A $1 fee will be charged for firearm background checks, with funds allocated to gun violence research and victim support.
Individuals must report lost or stolen firearms to local law enforcement within 48 hours, facing fines up to $10,000 or up to one year in prison for failure to comply.
Local law enforcement agencies are required to report lost or stolen firearms to the National Crime Information Center within 7 days.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_6575
Sponsor: Rep. Velazquez, Nydia M. [D-NY-7]
Process start date: 2022-02-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Protecting Americans from Gun Violence Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6575.

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 2022-02-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • A $1 fee will be charged for firearm background checks, with funds allocated to gun violence research and victim support.
  • Individuals must report lost or stolen firearms to local law enforcement within 48 hours, facing fines up to $10,000 or up to one year in prison for failure to comply.
  • Local law enforcement agencies are required to report lost or stolen firearms to the National Crime Information Center within 7 days.
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. Velazquez, Nydia M. [D-NY-7].

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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