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Lowering Handgun Purchase Age from 21 to 18 for Eligible Voters.

This bill lowers the minimum age requirement for citizens to legally purchase a handgun from a Federal firearms licensee (FFL). The current minimum age of 21 would be reduced to 18. This change grants 18, 19, and 20-year-olds the right to acquire handguns from licensed dealers, expanding their Second Amendment rights.
Key points
The minimum age for purchasing a handgun from a licensed federal dealer is lowered from 21 to 18 years old.
This change specifically applies to handguns and does not affect the existing rules for rifles or shotguns.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_1643
Sponsor: Rep. Massie, Thomas [R-KY-4]
Process start date: 2025-02-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

SAFER Voter Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_1643.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-02-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The minimum age for purchasing a handgun from a licensed federal dealer is lowered from 21 to 18 years old.
  • This change specifically applies to handguns and does not affect the existing rules for rifles or shotguns.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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 Rep. Massie, Thomas [R-KY-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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