HR 4594
Bumpstocks and Acceleration Devices Act
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Bill overview
The Bumpstocks and Acceleration Devices Act amends federal law to treat bump-stock-type devices, acceleration devices, and binary-trigger-type devices as machineguns. It specifically defines these devices and prohibits their possession or transfer. The bill also increases penalties for crimes involving these devices, particularly if they were used in connection with a crime of violence or drug trafficking. A 90-day grace period is included for existing owners to destroy or dispose of these devices.
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