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Expanding Firearm Prohibitions for Individuals Posing Extreme Risk

This act aims to enhance public safety by supporting states and Indian tribes in establishing and enforcing court orders that temporarily remove firearms from individuals deemed a danger to themselves or others. Citizens may experience increased safety, but also potential restrictions on firearm access if they are identified as a risk through a judicial process.
Key points
Financial grants for states and tribes to implement programs for removing firearms from dangerous individuals.
Establishment of extreme risk protection orders (red flag laws) to temporarily prohibit firearm possession.
Mandatory training for law enforcement on the fair and effective application of these orders.
Federal prohibition on firearm possession for individuals subject to such court orders.
Extreme risk protection orders will be entered into national databases, affecting background checks for firearm purchases.
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Print number: 118_HR_768
Sponsor: Rep. Carbajal, Salud O. [D-CA-24]
Process start date: 2023-02-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Extreme Risk Protection Order Expansion Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_768.

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 2023-02-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Financial grants for states and tribes to implement programs for removing firearms from dangerous individuals.
  • Establishment of extreme risk protection orders (red flag laws) to temporarily prohibit firearm possession.
  • Mandatory training for law enforcement on the fair and effective application of these orders.
  • Federal prohibition on firearm possession for individuals subject to such court orders.
  • Extreme risk protection orders will be entered into national databases, affecting background checks for firearm purchases.
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. Carbajal, Salud O. [D-CA-24].

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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