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H.R. 129
Abolish the ATF Act
In Plain Language
This bill would shut down the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), which is the federal agency that enforces gun laws, regulates alcohol and tobacco sales, and investigates explosives. The bill doesn't specify what would happen to the agency's current responsibilities or employees.
Official Congressional Research Service summary
Abolish the ATF Act This bill abolishes the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.
Sponsor
Cosponsors
Rep. Harshbarger, Diana [R-TN-1]
Latest action
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Jan 3, 2025
Official source
Action history
Jan 3, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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