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Domestic Violence Protection Act: Expanding Firearm Bans for Abusers

This Act significantly enhances the safety of domestic violence survivors by closing federal loopholes regarding firearm possession. It expands the ban on gun ownership to include dating partners and individuals subject to certain emergency protective orders. Furthermore, it establishes a grant program to fund local efforts for the swift removal and storage of firearms from abusers.
Key points
Expanded Gun Ban: Prohibits individuals subject to domestic violence protective orders, including dating partners, from possessing or purchasing firearms.
Mandatory Firearm Surrender: Abusers must surrender all firearms and ammunition within 24 hours of being served with a protection order and file a sworn declaration of compliance within 48 hours.
Funding for Enforcement: Creates a federal grant program to help states and local law enforcement safely and quickly remove weapons from adjudicated domestic violence parties.
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Print number: 118_S_3303
Sponsor: Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT]
Process start date: 2023-11-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Lori Jackson-Nicolette Elias Domestic Violence Survivor Protection Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_3303.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-11-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Expanded Gun Ban: Prohibits individuals subject to domestic violence protective orders, including dating partners, from possessing or purchasing firearms.
  • Mandatory Firearm Surrender: Abusers must surrender all firearms and ammunition within 24 hours of being served with a protection order and file a sworn declaration of compliance within 48 hours.
  • Funding for Enforcement: Creates a federal grant program to help states and local law enforcement safely and quickly remove weapons from adjudicated domestic violence parties.
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. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT].

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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