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DemocratBill · H.R. 9440· House(119-HR-9440)

State Firearms Dealer Licensing Enhancement Act

Rep. Morelle
Age: 69 years
New York
Introduced
6/24/2026
Last activity
6/24/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Sponsored by
Joseph Morelle
Cosponsors
Democrat - 17Republican - 0
Crime and Law Enforcement
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, titled the State Firearms Dealer Licensing Enhancement Act, proposes to amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968. It seeks to establish a new grant program managed by the Attorney General. These annual grants would be awarded on a competitive basis to eligible States or Indian tribal governments. The funds are intended for the development, implementation, improvement, or evaluation of firearms dealer licensing programs. To be eligible, a State or tribe must have laws requiring firearms dealers to be licensed, undergo inspections, and face potential penalties or license revocation for noncompliance.

Yes

  • Does this put more limits on buying or owning guns?+6

    The bill funds the development and improvement of state and tribal firearms dealer licensing and inspection programs.

  • Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+5

    The bill requires the Attorney General to submit annual reports to Congress and make them available to the public regarding grant recipients and inspection data.

  • Would Native Americans be better off under this?+3

    The bill allows Indian tribal governments to apply for grants to improve their firearms dealer licensing programs.

The opposite

  • Does this protect the right to own guns?-4

    The bill increases regulatory oversight, inspections, and the potential for license revocation for firearms dealers.

  • Would gun owners be better off under this?-4

    The bill facilitates stricter oversight and licensing requirements for those engaged in the firearms business.

  • Does this make it easier to run a small business?-3

    The bill requires firearms dealers to undergo more rigorous licensing, inspections, and potential penalties.