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Protecting Our Kids Act: Firearm Regulations and Safety Measures

This Act introduces several changes to firearm regulations aimed at enhancing public safety. It includes raising the age limit for purchasing certain firearms, prohibiting gun trafficking, modernizing rules for untraceable firearms, encouraging safe storage, and restricting high-capacity ammunition devices. These changes may affect how citizens acquire and possess firearms.
Key points
Age for purchasing certain semi-automatic rifles and shotguns raised to 21.
Prohibition on straw purchases and gun trafficking, with increased penalties.
New requirements for untraceable firearms ("ghost guns"), mandating serialization.
Mandatory safe storage of firearms in homes to prevent access by minors or ineligible individuals.
Ban on the sale, manufacture, transfer, and possession of large capacity ammunition feeding devices (over 15 rounds), with exceptions.
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VOTING RESULTS
2022-06-08
52%
For 223
Against 204
Abstain 0
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Expired
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_7910
Sponsor: Rep. Nadler, Jerrold [D-NY-10]
Process start date: 2022-05-31
Voting date: 2022-06-08
Meeting no: 2
Voting no: 245
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Protecting Our Kids Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7910.

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 2022-05-31.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Age for purchasing certain semi-automatic rifles and shotguns raised to 21.
  • Prohibition on straw purchases and gun trafficking, with increased penalties.
  • New requirements for untraceable firearms ("ghost guns"), mandating serialization.
  • Mandatory safe storage of firearms in homes to prevent access by minors or ineligible individuals.
  • Ban on the sale, manufacture, transfer, and possession of large capacity ammunition feeding devices (over 15 rounds), with exceptions.
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

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Nadler, Jerrold [D-NY-10].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 223 - 204 (Roll no. 245). (text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR H5364-5367)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

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