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Digital Gun Tracing: New Databases for Law Enforcement

This act aims to establish electronic, searchable databases for firearm transactions. This will streamline the work of law enforcement agencies in detecting gun-related crimes, potentially enhancing public safety. Citizens will not be directly affected by new obligations but may experience indirect benefits from improved crime-fighting effectiveness.
Key points
Requires the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) to establish electronic databases for tracking firearm transactions.
Databases will include information on firearm importation, production, shipment, receipt, and sale, provided by licensed dealers.
Access to the databases will be restricted solely for law enforcement investigations, foreign intelligence, and compliance inspections, with no search capability for individuals' personally identifiable information.
Licensed dealers may voluntarily provide electronic access or relinquish older, non-electronic records to the ATF after 10 years from the transaction date.
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Print number: 118_HR_730
Sponsor: Rep. Pascrell, Bill, Jr. [D-NJ-9]
Process start date: 2023-02-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Crime Gun Tracing Modernization Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_730.

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 2023-02-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) to establish electronic databases for tracking firearm transactions.
  • Databases will include information on firearm importation, production, shipment, receipt, and sale, provided by licensed dealers.
  • Access to the databases will be restricted solely for law enforcement investigations, foreign intelligence, and compliance inspections, with no search capability for individuals' personally identifiable information.
  • Licensed dealers may voluntarily provide electronic access or relinquish older, non-electronic records to the ATF after 10 years from the transaction date.
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. Pascrell, Bill, Jr. [D-NJ-9].

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.

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