Shall Not Be Infringed Act
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (1 Nov 2022): Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
What this bill does
H.R. 8374, titled the "Shall Not Be Infringed Act," would repeal the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act. If enacted, this would effectively undo the provisions of the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, restoring any laws that were changed or repealed by it.
This bill is sponsored by Representative Lauren Boebert and introduced by a group of other Representatives. It is aimed at those affected by the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act by reversing its effects.
The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on July 14, 2022, and referred to multiple committees. It has not moved forward since its introduction and did not receive a vote in the previous session of Congress.
Plain-English summary generated by Bill100 AI from the official record. Always verify against the source below.
Official summary
Shall Not Be Infringed Act
This bill repeals the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, which was signed into law on June 25, 2022. The act makes various changes to federal firearms laws, including to expand background check requirements, broaden the scope of existing restrictions, and establish new criminal offenses. The act also reauthorizes, funds, and supports various programs, grants, and activities to promote access to behavioral and mental health services, enhance school safety and security initiatives, and address gun violence in communities.
Timeline
1 Nov 2022
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 8374 do?
- H.R. 8374, titled the "Shall Not Be Infringed Act," would repeal the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act. If enacted, this would effectively undo the provisions of the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, restoring any laws that were changed or repealed by it. This bill is sponsored by Representative Lauren Boebert and introduced by a group of other Representatives. It is aimed at those affected by the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act by reversing its effects. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on July 14, 2022, and referred to multiple committees. It has not moved forward since its introduction and did not receive a vote in the previous session of Congress.
- Has H.R. 8374 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 8374. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 8374?
- H.R. 8374 was sponsored by Rep. Boebert, Lauren [R-CO-3] (R-CO), with 35 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 8374?
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security. (1 Nov 2022).
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