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Banning IRS from Owning Firearms and Transferring Criminal Tax Investigations.

This bill prohibits the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) from acquiring, storing, or using firearms and ammunition. All current IRS weapons and ammo must be sold, with proceeds dedicated to reducing the national deficit. Crucially, the IRS Criminal Investigation Division (CID) functions, including personnel and assets, will be transferred entirely to the Department of Justice (DOJ), changing who investigates serious tax crimes.
Key points
The IRS is prohibited from using federal funds to purchase or store any firearms or ammunition.
The IRS Criminal Investigation Division (CID) will be moved to the Department of Justice, shifting tax crime enforcement authority.
Existing IRS firearms and ammunition will be sold, and the revenue will be used for deficit reduction.
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Print number: 118_S_1949
Sponsor: Sen. Ernst, Joni [R-IA]
Process start date: 2023-06-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Why Does the IRS Need Guns Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1949.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-06-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The IRS is prohibited from using federal funds to purchase or store any firearms or ammunition.
  • The IRS Criminal Investigation Division (CID) will be moved to the Department of Justice, shifting tax crime enforcement authority.
  • Existing IRS firearms and ammunition will be sold, and the revenue will be used for deficit reduction.
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 Sen. Ernst, Joni [R-IA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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