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Age 21 Act: Restrictions on Firearm Access for Young Adults

This act raises the minimum age to 21 for purchasing and possessing certain types of firearms and high-capacity magazines. It aims to enhance public safety by restricting access to specific weapons for individuals under 21, with some exceptions for military service, farming, target practice, and home defense.
Key points
Individuals under 21 years of age will be prohibited from purchasing or possessing handguns, semiautomatic assault weapons, and large capacity ammunition feeding devices.
The act defines what constitutes a semiautomatic assault weapon, semiautomatic pistol, and semiautomatic shotgun, listing specific models and features.
Exceptions to the prohibition include use for employment (e.g., military, National Guard), ranching/farming, target practice, hunting, and self-defense within one's residence, under specific conditions (e.g., parental/guardian consent).
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_4278
Sponsor: Sen. Feinstein, Dianne [D-CA]
Process start date: 2022-05-19