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Gun Owner Data Protection: Federal Funding Ban for State Firearm Registries

This act aims to prohibit the use of federal funds for establishing or maintaining state databases that list lawfully owned firearms or individuals who own them. This means the federal government will not financially support the creation of nationwide gun owner registries, potentially impacting the privacy of gun-owning citizens.
Key points
Prohibits federal funding for databases listing lawfully owned firearms.
Prohibits federal funding for databases listing individuals who lawfully own firearms.
Exception for databases of lost or stolen firearms and individuals who reported them.
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Print number: 117_S_702
Sponsor: Sen. Hyde-Smith, Cindy [R-MS]
Process start date: 2021-03-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Gun Owner Registration Information Protection Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_702.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibits federal funding for databases listing lawfully owned firearms.
  • Prohibits federal funding for databases listing individuals who lawfully own firearms.
  • Exception for databases of lost or stolen firearms and individuals who reported them.
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. Hyde-Smith, Cindy [R-MS].

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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