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RepublicanBill · H.R. 2552· House(119-HR-2552)

RIFLE Act

Rep. Hinson
Age: 43 years
Iowa
Introduced
4/1/2025
Last activity
4/1/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Sponsored by
Ashley Hinson
Cosponsors
Republican - 33Democrat - 0
Taxation
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, titled the "Repealing Illegal Freedom and Liberty Excises Act" or the "RIFLE Act," seeks to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. The primary purpose is to repeal the firearm transfer tax found in section 5811. The legislation also includes several conforming amendments to other sections of the Internal Revenue Code. These changes ensure that the code reflects the repeal of the tax. The amendments will apply to firearm transfers occurring after the date the Act is enacted.

Yes· 3 of 4

  • Would gun owners be better off under this?+5

    The bill directly benefits gun owners by repealing a tax on firearm transfers.

  • Does this protect the right to own guns?+5

    The bill facilitates easier firearm transfers by removing the specific transfer tax.

  • Would middle-income households be better off under this?+1

    The repeal of the tax provides a minor financial relief for household firearm transactions.

The opposite

  • Does this put more limits on buying or owning guns?-3

    The repeal of the firearm transfer tax may reduce oversight and barriers associated with firearm transfers.

  • Does this give the federal government more power?-1

    The bill reduces federal taxing authority over firearm transfers.