H.R. 2915: Why Does the IRS Need Guns Act

This bill, titled the "Why Does the IRS Need Guns Act," aims to prohibit the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) from acquiring firearms and ammunition for its employees. Here are the key provisions of the bill:

Prohibition on Firearm and Ammunition Purchases

The bill states that the IRS will not be allowed to use any federal funds to purchase, receive, or store firearms or ammunition. This prohibition will be effective 120 days after the bill is enacted.

Transfer of Firearms and Ammunition

Within the same 120-day period, the IRS must transfer any firearms and ammunition it currently possesses to the Administrator of General Services. This means that the IRS will no longer retain any firearms or ammunition after the transfer is completed.

Sale of Firearms and Ammunition

Following the transfer, the Administrator of General Services is required to initiate the sale or auction of these firearms to licensed dealers and to auction ammunition to the general public within 30 days. The proceeds from these sales will be directed into the general fund of the U.S. Treasury for the purpose of reducing the national deficit.

Administration of Criminal Investigations

The bill also outlines that the responsibilities for administering and enforcing internal revenue criminal laws will shift from the IRS to the Attorney General's office. This includes the enforcement of laws related to internal revenue that were previously under the IRS's jurisdiction. The Attorney General will manage these functions and may delegate tasks to Department of Justice employees as necessary.

Transfer of Functions to the Department of Justice

The bill mandates that the personnel and assets of the IRS's Criminal Investigation Division be transferred to the Department of Justice. This division will operate as a distinct entity within the Criminal Division of the Department of Justice, ensuring that law enforcement related to tax crimes will be handled by this new office.

Effective Dates

There are specified effective dates for various sections of the bill: the prohibition on firearms and ammunition purchases takes effect 120 days after enactment, while the transfer of investigative authority to the Attorney General will take effect 90 days after enactment.

Relevant Companies

None found