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Ghost Guns Act: Ending Untraceable Firearms

This new law aims to ensure all firearms have a unique serial number, making them traceable by law enforcement. It means manufacturing, selling, and possessing firearms without serial numbers, known as "ghost guns," will largely become illegal. The changes seek to enhance public safety and make it harder for criminals to obtain untraceable weapons.
Key points
Mandatory serial numbers for all firearms, including frames and receivers.
Prohibition on manufacturing, selling, transferring, and possessing "ghost guns" for most individuals.
Penalties, including fines and imprisonment, for violating the new regulations.
Modernization of undetectable firearm laws to cover a broader range of materials and components.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_4679
Sponsor: Rep. Espaillat, Adriano [D-NY-13]
Process start date: 2023-07-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Ghost Guns and Untraceable Firearms Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_4679.

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 2023-07-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandatory serial numbers for all firearms, including frames and receivers.
  • Prohibition on manufacturing, selling, transferring, and possessing "ghost guns" for most individuals.
  • Penalties, including fines and imprisonment, for violating the new regulations.
  • Modernization of undetectable firearm laws to cover a broader range of materials and components.
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. Espaillat, Adriano [D-NY-13].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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