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Federal Grants for Mandatory State Firearm Licensing and Safety Rules.

This law offers federal funding to states that implement strict licensing requirements for owning and purchasing firearms and ammunition. Citizens would need to pass thorough background checks, complete safety training, and prove they do not pose a public safety risk to obtain or renew a license. It also mandates safe storage practices for firearms at home and establishes procedures for family members to seek temporary removal of weapons from dangerous individuals.
Key points
Mandatory license required for purchasing, renting, possessing firearms, and buying ammunition.
Requires safe storage of firearms in locked containers or with safety devices when not being carried.
Establishes "Extreme Risk Protection Orders" (ERPO) allowing family members to petition for temporary firearm removal from individuals deemed dangerous.
Licensing process includes thorough background checks, interviews, references, and a determination of suitability for public safety.
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Additional Information
MASS Act of 2024
Print number: HR 8763
Sponsor: Rep. Pressley, Ayanna [D-MA-7]
Process start date: 2024-06-14