Flamethrowers? Really? Act
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What it doesSummary introduced in house (Nov 16, 2015)
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.
What just happenedDec 4, 2015
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, and Investigations.
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in HouseNov 16, 2015
- Dec 4, 2015Committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, and Investigations.
Crime and Federal Government Surveillance Subcommittee - Nov 16, 2015IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Judiciary Committee - Nov 16, 2015IntroReferralIntro-H
Introduced in House
- Nov 16, 2015IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House