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Firearm Licensing and Sales Record: New Rules for Handgun and Rifle Owners

This Act establishes a federal licensing system for individuals purchasing certain firearms (handguns and semi-automatic rifles with detachable magazines) and a mandatory record of sale system. Citizens must obtain a license, requiring them to be 21 or older (or have parental consent), pass criminal and mental health background checks, and pay a fee. Furthermore, the law imposes new duties on gun owners, including reporting loss or theft and securing firearms from child access, aiming to enhance public safety and facilitate tracing of crime guns.
Key points
Mandatory Firearm Owner License (FOL) required to possess or acquire specific handguns and semi-automatic rifles, with exemptions for law enforcement officers and others.
The licensing process involves fingerprinting, criminal and mental health background checks, and certification that the applicant is not a clear and present danger to self or others.
Establishment of a Federal Record of Sale System, requiring licensed dealers to report the transfer of qualifying firearms to federal or certified state agencies.
New federal offenses introduced, including failure to report firearm loss or theft within 72 hours and failure to secure firearms from child access (Child Access Prevention) if resulting in death or serious injury.
All private firearm transfers (between unlicensed individuals) must be processed through a licensed dealer who conducts a background check (with exceptions for family and temporary transfers).
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_8354
Sponsor: Rep. Jackson, Jonathan L. [D-IL-1]
Process start date: 2024-05-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Blair Holt Firearm Owner Licensing and Record of Sale Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_8354.

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 2024-05-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandatory Firearm Owner License (FOL) required to possess or acquire specific handguns and semi-automatic rifles, with exemptions for law enforcement officers and others.
  • The licensing process involves fingerprinting, criminal and mental health background checks, and certification that the applicant is not a clear and present danger to self or others.
  • Establishment of a Federal Record of Sale System, requiring licensed dealers to report the transfer of qualifying firearms to federal or certified state agencies.
  • New federal offenses introduced, including failure to report firearm loss or theft within 72 hours and failure to secure firearms from child access (Child Access Prevention) if resulting in death or serious injury.
  • All private firearm transfers (between unlicensed individuals) must be processed through a licensed dealer who conducts a background check (with exceptions for family and temporary transfers).
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. Jackson, Jonathan L. [D-IL-1].

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 2025-12-30.

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