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Prevent Illegal Gun Sales Act: Increased Oversight and Penalties

This act increases oversight of firearms dealers by introducing more inspections and stricter penalties for violations. It aims to curb illegal gun trafficking and enhance public safety, affecting gun availability and purchasing rules.
Key points
Increases the number of allowed compliance inspections for firearms dealers from once to three times a year.
Increases prison penalties for firearms violations from one year to five years, and up to ten years for offenses related to gun trafficking.
Allows for suspension or revocation of a dealer's license and civil penalties up to $10,000 per violation, including failure to have secure gun storage devices.
Requires secure gun storage or safety devices to be available at points of sale, with some exceptions.
Authorizes requiring a dealer to conduct a physical inventory if convicted of unlawfully transferring a firearm or if 10 or more crime guns are traced to them.
Authorizes hiring at least 80 additional employees for inspections.
Allows denial of a firearms license application if it poses a danger to public safety or the applicant is unlikely to comply with the law.
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Introduced
Citizen Poll
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_4106
Sponsor: Rep. Magaziner, Seth [D-RI-2]
Process start date: 2025-06-24
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Prevent Illegal Gun Sales Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_4106.

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 2025-06-24.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increases the number of allowed compliance inspections for firearms dealers from once to three times a year.
  • Increases prison penalties for firearms violations from one year to five years, and up to ten years for offenses related to gun trafficking.
  • Allows for suspension or revocation of a dealer's license and civil penalties up to $10,000 per violation, including failure to have secure gun storage devices.
  • Requires secure gun storage or safety devices to be available at points of sale, with some exceptions.
  • Authorizes requiring a dealer to conduct a physical inventory if convicted of unlawfully transferring a firearm or if 10 or more crime guns are traced to them.
  • Authorizes hiring at least 80 additional employees for inspections.
  • Allows denial of a firearms license application if it poses a danger to public safety or the applicant is unlikely to comply with the law.
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. Magaziner, Seth [D-RI-2].

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 2025-12-22.

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