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US S4278

US S4278
Age 21 Act


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Introduced
05/19/2022
In Committee
05/19/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023

Introduced Session

117th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL To amend title 18, United States Code, to prohibit the pur- chase of certain firearms by individuals under 21 years of age, and for other purposes.

AI Summary

This bill, the Age 21 Act, would amend federal law to prohibit the purchase of certain firearms, including semiautomatic assault weapons and large capacity ammunition magazines, by individuals under the age of 21. The bill provides some exceptions, such as for individuals under 21 who are employed in certain professions, are members of the military, or are acting in self-defense. It also defines key terms like "semiautomatic assault weapon" and "large capacity ammunition feeding device" to clarify the types of firearms and magazines covered by the new restrictions.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (16)

Last Action

Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (on 05/19/2022)

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