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Increased Accountability for Gun Dealers: New Rules and Penalties

New regulations increase the number of inspections for gun dealers and raise penalties for violations, including improper record-keeping. This aims to enhance public safety by better enforcing existing gun sales laws. Citizens may experience increased safety due to stricter regulations for gun dealers.
Key points
The number of allowed compliance inspections for firearms dealers will increase from once to three times annually, meaning more frequent checks for compliance.
Prison penalties for firearms violations will increase from one year to five years, and up to ten years for serious offenses related to gun trafficking.
The Attorney General can suspend or revoke a dealer's license and impose civil penalties up to $10,000 for violations, including failure to have secure gun storage devices available.
Dealers may be required to conduct a physical inventory if convicted of unlawful firearm transfer or if 10 or more crime guns are traced back to them.
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives can hire at least 80 additional employees to conduct more inspections, improving oversight.
The Attorney General can deny a license application if issuing it would pose a danger to public safety or if the applicant is unlikely to comply with the law.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_2320
Sponsor: Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]
Process start date: 2021-07-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Keeping Gun Dealers Honest Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2320.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-07-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The number of allowed compliance inspections for firearms dealers will increase from once to three times annually, meaning more frequent checks for compliance.
  • Prison penalties for firearms violations will increase from one year to five years, and up to ten years for serious offenses related to gun trafficking.
  • The Attorney General can suspend or revoke a dealer's license and impose civil penalties up to $10,000 for violations, including failure to have secure gun storage devices available.
  • Dealers may be required to conduct a physical inventory if convicted of unlawful firearm transfer or if 10 or more crime guns are traced back to them.
  • The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives can hire at least 80 additional employees to conduct more inspections, improving oversight.
  • The Attorney General can deny a license application if issuing it would pose a danger to public safety or if the applicant is unlikely to comply with the law.
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 Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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