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Protecting Gun Rights and Due Process

This act redefines mental health terms related to gun ownership to better protect citizens' rights. It introduces new rules for veterans and social security beneficiaries, ensuring their mental health status does not automatically lead to losing gun rights. The goal is to ensure that only individuals posing a real danger are denied firearms, following a fair legal process.
Key points
Clearer Mental Health Definitions: Only court orders after a fair hearing can restrict gun rights. Voluntary psychiatric admissions or observations will not be grounds for gun disqualification.
Protecting Veterans' Rights: Veterans previously deemed mentally incompetent by the Department of Veterans Affairs will have their cases reviewed. If the process didn't meet new standards, their gun rights will be restored.
Changes for Social Security Beneficiaries: Appointing a representative payee for social security benefits will no longer automatically deem an individual mentally incompetent for gun ownership purposes.
Removing Inaccurate Records: Incorrect entries in the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) that unfairly block gun access will be removed if they don't meet the new, stricter criteria.
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Print number: 118_HR_1258
Sponsor: Rep. Perry, Scott [R-PA-10]
Process start date: 2023-02-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Protecting Gun Rights and Due Process Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_1258.

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 2023-02-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Clearer Mental Health Definitions: Only court orders after a fair hearing can restrict gun rights. Voluntary psychiatric admissions or observations will not be grounds for gun disqualification.
  • Protecting Veterans' Rights: Veterans previously deemed mentally incompetent by the Department of Veterans Affairs will have their cases reviewed. If the process didn't meet new standards, their gun rights will be restored.
  • Changes for Social Security Beneficiaries: Appointing a representative payee for social security benefits will no longer automatically deem an individual mentally incompetent for gun ownership purposes.
  • Removing Inaccurate Records: Incorrect entries in the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) that unfairly block gun access will be removed if they don't meet the new, stricter criteria.
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. Perry, Scott [R-PA-10].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Innovation, Data, and Commerce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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