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Protecting Purchase Privacy: Banning Special Codes for Firearm Retailers.

This law aims to protect the privacy of individuals purchasing firearms and ammunition. It prohibits payment networks and transaction processors from using unique codes that specifically identify gun retailers, distinguishing them from general merchandise or sporting goods stores. This ensures that your legal purchases of firearms are treated the same as buying general sporting goods in payment systems, making transaction tracking more difficult.
Key points
Bans the creation or assignment of unique merchant category codes specifically for firearm and ammunition retailers.
Gun store transactions must be categorized under general merchandise or sporting goods codes, enhancing financial privacy.
The Act overrides (preempts) any conflicting state or local laws regarding these merchant codes.
Enforcement is handled by the Attorney General; citizens cannot file private lawsuits under this law.
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Print number: 118_S_4075
Sponsor: Sen. Hagerty, Bill [R-TN]
Process start date: 2024-04-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Protecting Privacy in Purchases Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_4075.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-04-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Bans the creation or assignment of unique merchant category codes specifically for firearm and ammunition retailers.
  • Gun store transactions must be categorized under general merchandise or sporting goods codes, enhancing financial privacy.
  • The Act overrides (preempts) any conflicting state or local laws regarding these merchant codes.
  • Enforcement is handled by the Attorney General; citizens cannot file private lawsuits under this law.
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. Hagerty, Bill [R-TN].

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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