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Increased Oversight of Illegal Firearms Trafficking to the Caribbean

The CATCH Act aims to enhance security by combating the illicit trafficking of firearms from the United States to the Caribbean. It mandates the Attorney General to submit an annual report on the prosecution activities of the Coordinator for Caribbean Firearms Prosecutions. While the Act does not directly alter US citizens' gun rights, its goal is to curb violence in the Caribbean, which may indirectly help reduce illegal migration and improve regional security.
Key points
Mandates the Attorney General to submit an annual report (for 5 years) detailing investigations and prosecutions related to illicit firearms trafficking to the Caribbean.
Reports must include specifics like the number of cases, judicial districts, alleged destinations of the firearms, and transportation methods, increasing government accountability.
The primary purpose is to bolster the security of the Caribbean region and the United States by disrupting the flow of illegal weapons fueling high crime rates there.
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Print number: 118_S_4067
Sponsor: Sen. Murphy, Christopher [D-CT]
Process start date: 2024-03-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

CATCH Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_4067.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-03-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandates the Attorney General to submit an annual report (for 5 years) detailing investigations and prosecutions related to illicit firearms trafficking to the Caribbean.
  • Reports must include specifics like the number of cases, judicial districts, alleged destinations of the firearms, and transportation methods, increasing government accountability.
  • The primary purpose is to bolster the security of the Caribbean region and the United States by disrupting the flow of illegal weapons fueling high crime rates there.
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. Murphy, Christopher [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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