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H.R. 221
Abolish the ATF Act
In Plain Language
This bill would eliminate the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), the federal agency that regulates firearms, explosives, and alcohol and tobacco products. The bill does not specify what would happen to the ATF'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. Boebert, Lauren [R-CO-4]
Rep. Biggs, Andy [R-AZ-5]
Rep. Collins, Mike [R-GA-10]
Rep. Onder, Robert [R-MO-3]
Rep. Ogles, Andrew [R-TN-5]
et al.
Latest action
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Jan 7, 2025
Official source
Action history
Jan 7, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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