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Introduced
05/22/2019
05/22/2019
In Committee
05/22/2019
05/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
116th Congress
Bill Summary
A bill to repeal certain provisions of the Federal Switchblade Act to allow domestic manufacturers to ship and sell their products to buyers located in other States, to permit the importation of certain knife parts, and for other purposes. This bill repeals provisions restricting the sale, transport, and distribution of switchblade knives. In addition, the bill prohibits all ballistic knives (i.e., knives with detachable blades that are propelled by spring-operated mechanisms) from being deposited in, carried by the mails, or delivered by any officer or employee of the U.S. Postal Service, except to certain military and governmental officials and manufacturers, under specified conditions.
AI Summary
This bill, titled the Freedom of Commerce Act, repeals certain provisions of the Federal Switchblade Act. It allows domestic manufacturers to ship and sell their switchblade knife products to buyers in other states, and permits the importation of certain knife parts. Additionally, the bill prohibits all ballistic knives (knives with detachable blades propelled by spring-operated mechanisms) from being sent through the U.S. Postal Service, except under specific conditions for military, government, and manufacturing purposes.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (on 05/22/2019)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/senate-bill/1588/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/s1588/BILLS-116s1588is.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/s1588/BILLS-116s1588is.pdf.pdf |
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