OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE
No Backdoor Gun Control Act of 2022
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6817.
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 2022-02-22.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- Certain weapons, previously subject to special federal regulations, will no longer be considered firearms for National Firearms Act purposes.
- Existing federal registrations and applications for these weapons will be destroyed within one year of the act's enactment.
- Possession of these weapons in accordance with federal law will be considered compliance with state or local registration or licensing requirements if those requirements reference the National Firearms Act.
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:
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Who is the primary sponsor?
The primary sponsor is Rep. Roy, Chip [R-TX-21].
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.