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H.R. 4009

Flamethrowers? Really? Act

Flamethrowers? Really? Act

This bill amends the federal criminal code to add flamethrowers to the list of items regulated by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives under the National Firearms Act.

The bill prohibits the transfer, transportation, or possession of flamethrowers.Furthermore, current and retired law enforcement officers are prohibited from carrying the devices.

The bill alsoprovides enhanced penalties for using, carrying, or possessing a flamethrower during and in relation to a crime of violence or drug trafficking crime.

Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, and Investigations.

Rep. Engel, Eliot L. [D-NY-16](D-NY)Sponsor
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  1. Committee

    Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, and Investigations.

    Crime and Federal Government Surveillance Subcommittee
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    Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

    Judiciary Committee
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    Introduced in House

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    Introduced in House

Flamethrowers? Really? Act — Informed