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US HR5460

US HR5460
Bolstering Security Against Ghost Guns Act


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Introduced
09/14/2023
In Committee
09/14/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2025

Introduced Session

118th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL To direct the Department of Homeland Security to bolster security against threats posed by ghost guns, and for other purposes.

AI Summary

This bill directs the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to develop a strategy to bolster security against threats posed by "ghost guns" - privately made firearms that lack a serial number. The bill requires DHS to identify activities related to ghost guns across the department and with federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial partners to improve prevention, preparedness, and response to homeland security threats such as terrorism or targeted violence. It also amends an existing law to require DHS to report on the use of ghost guns and unfinished firearm parts by foreign terrorist organizations or individuals planning acts of terrorism or targeted violence. Additionally, the bill mandates several other DHS component agencies, including the U.S. Secret Service, Transportation Security Administration, and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, to conduct research, reporting, and other activities related to addressing the threat posed by ghost guns.

Committee Categories

Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (17)

Last Action

Referred to the Committee on Homeland Security, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. (on 09/14/2023)

Bill Topics

Defense
  • ‐ Civil Defense and Homeland Security
  • ‐ Terrorism
Law, Crime, and Family Issues
  • ‐ Firearms and Gun Control

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Document Type Source Location Created
State Bill Page https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/5460/all-info 09/15/2023
BillText https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/hr5460/BILLS-118hr5460ih.pdf 10/05/2023
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