State Firearms Dealer Licensing Enhancement Act
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To President
- Became Law
Overview
This bill provides grants to states and Indian tribes to enhance their firearms dealer licensing programs. It aims to improve the regulation and oversight of firearms dealers by requiring states to have specific licensing laws and inspection procedures. The grants can be used for developing, implementing, improving, or evaluating these programs, and the Department of Justice will track and report on the use of these funds and the effectiveness of the resulting licensing programs.
Key provisions
- Provides grants to states and Indian tribes for firearms dealer licensing programs.
- Requires states to have specific licensing laws for firearms dealers, including requirements for application, renewal, and inspections.
- Establishes reporting requirements for grant recipients, including data on inspections, violations, and license activity.
- Sets a maximum grant amount of $2,500,000 per fiscal year.
- Authorizes appropriations to fund the grant program.
- Allows states to make subawards to local governments for program implementation.
- Requires the Attorney General to submit annual reports to Congress and the public detailing grant recipients and program outcomes.
- Defines key terms related to firearms dealer licensing.
Who is affected
- State and Tribal Governments
- Firearms Dealers
- The Department of Justice
- Congress
- The Public
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