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Federal Grants to States for Stricter Gun Dealer Licensing and Inspections.

This act establishes a new federal grant program to financially support states and tribal governments that implement or improve rigorous licensing and inspection systems for firearms dealers. The goal is to enhance public safety by ensuring that businesses selling guns are regularly monitored and face penalties, including license revocation, for non-compliance. Citizens in participating states can expect increased oversight and transparency regarding local gun sales operations.
Key points
Creates federal grants (up to $2.5 million annually) for states that require firearms dealers to obtain a state license and submit to mandatory inspections.
Participating states must ensure dealer licenses are valid for no more than 3 years and can be suspended or revoked for violations.
Requires public reporting by grant recipients on the number of inspections conducted, violations cited, and licenses revoked, increasing transparency in gun commerce oversight.
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Print number: 118_S_867
Sponsor: Sen. Schatz, Brian [D-HI]
Process start date: 2023-03-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

State Firearms Dealer Licensing Enhancement Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_867.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-03-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Creates federal grants (up to $2.5 million annually) for states that require firearms dealers to obtain a state license and submit to mandatory inspections.
  • Participating states must ensure dealer licenses are valid for no more than 3 years and can be suspended or revoked for violations.
  • Requires public reporting by grant recipients on the number of inspections conducted, violations cited, and licenses revoked, increasing transparency in gun commerce oversight.
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. Schatz, Brian [D-HI].

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 2025-12-27.

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