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RepublicanBill · H.R. 850· House(119-HR-850)

SHUSH Act

Rep. Cloud
Age: 51 years
Texas
Introduced
1/31/2025
Last activity
1/31/2025 — Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Sponsored by
Michael Cloud
Cosponsors
Republican - 18Democrat - 0
Crime and Law Enforcement
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, known as the "Silencers Help Us Save Hearing Act" or the "SHUSH Act," seeks to change how silencers are treated under federal law. It amends the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to treat silencers as firearms accessories. The legislation also updates various sections of title 18 of the United States Code. It aims to prevent state or political subdivision laws from imposing certain taxes or registration requirements on the use of silencers. Additionally, the bill modifies federal regulations regarding the possession and carrying of silencers and mufflers.

Yes

  • Would gun owners be better off under this?+8

    The bill reduces regulatory burdens and preempts state-level restrictions on the possession and transfer of silencers.

  • Does this protect the right to own guns?+7

    The bill treats silencers as firearm accessories and preempts state laws that impose taxes or registration requirements on them.

  • Does this cut taxes for small businesses?+5

    The bill removes federal tax classifications for silencers under the Internal Revenue Code.

The opposite

  • Does this leave more decisions to the states?-6

    The bill preempts state and political subdivision laws regarding the taxation and registration of silencers.