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Online Firearms Marketplaces: Ending Immunity for Illegal Sales

This new law aims to hold online platforms accountable for facilitating firearm sales, especially to individuals prohibited from owning guns. These changes could make it harder to illegally acquire firearms, enhancing public safety. Citizens may experience stricter oversight of online gun transactions.
Key points
Online firearms marketplaces will no longer be immune from legal responsibility for user-generated content.
The act seeks to curb gun sales to individuals who fail background checks, aiming to improve safety.
It defines "online firearms marketplace" to include sites facilitating transactions, advertisements, and 3D-printable gun files.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_7819
Sponsor: Rep. Crow, Jason [D-CO-6]
Process start date: 2022-05-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Accountability for Online Firearms Marketplaces Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7819.

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 2022-05-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Online firearms marketplaces will no longer be immune from legal responsibility for user-generated content.
  • The act seeks to curb gun sales to individuals who fail background checks, aiming to improve safety.
  • It defines "online firearms marketplace" to include sites facilitating transactions, advertisements, and 3D-printable gun files.
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. Crow, Jason [D-CO-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

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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