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Firearm ban for adults with juvenile felony offenses.

This act prohibits the sale and possession of firearms for adults who, between the ages of 15 and 18, committed an offense that would have been classified as a felony if committed by an adult. The aim is to enhance public safety by restricting firearm access for individuals with a history of serious juvenile offenses.
Key points
Adults who committed a felony-level offense as a juvenile (aged 15-18) will be prohibited from legally purchasing or possessing firearms.
The change expands existing firearm prohibition laws to include certain serious offenses committed during adolescence.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_4991
Sponsor: Rep. Van Duyne, Beth [R-TX-24]
Process start date: 2025-08-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Disarming Felons Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_4991.

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 2025-08-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Adults who committed a felony-level offense as a juvenile (aged 15-18) will be prohibited from legally purchasing or possessing firearms.
  • The change expands existing firearm prohibition laws to include certain serious offenses committed during adolescence.
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. Van Duyne, Beth [R-TX-24].

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.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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