Bill > HR1643

This bill, known as the SAFER Voter Act (Second Amendment For Every Registrable Voter Act), proposes to lower the minimum age for purchasing a handgun from a Federal firearms licensee from 21 to 18 years old. Specifically, the bill amends Section 922(b)(1) and 922(c)(1) of Title 18 in the United States Code, which currently prohibit licensed firearms dealers from selling handguns to individuals under 21 years of age. By removing the age restriction language, the bill would effectively allow 18-year-old individuals (who are legally considered adults and can vote) to purchase handguns from licensed firearms dealers. The proposed change aligns with the argument that if young adults are considered mature enough to vote, serve in the military, and be drafted, they should also be able to exercise their Second Amendment rights by purchasing firearms. The bill's short title suggests a connection between voting eligibility and firearm ownership rights for young adults.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/1643/all-info