U.S. lawmakers propose legislation for improved firearm access in Indian country, facilitating tribal ID usage for gun purchases.
Quiver AI Summary
Legislation introduced for firearm access in Indian country: U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson and Senator Markwayne Mullin announced the introduction of the Tribal Firearm Access Act, aiming to clarify that tribal governments can issue identification for firearms. Additionally, the Tribal Police Department Parity Act seeks to ease access to duty weapons for tribal police.
Supporters emphasize Second Amendment rights: Both lawmakers and supporters emphasize that tribal members should be able to use tribal IDs to purchase firearms. Johnson stated, "The ability for lawful citizens to exercise their Second Amendment rights shouldn’t exclude someone for being a tribal member," while Mullin noted this legislation corrects an ongoing issue for tribal citizens.
Provisions of the proposed acts: The Tribal Firearm Access Act would align tribal ID with other forms of identification under federal law for firearm transfers. The Tribal Police Department Parity Act aims to alleviate burdens on tribal police, allowing them better access to necessary firearms without excessive regulatory hurdles.
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Dusty Johnson Fundraising
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Dusty Johnson Net Worth
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Dusty Johnson Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Dusty Johnson:
- H.R.7699: To ensure that Federal laws that enable Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies to access firearms apply equally to Tribal law enforcement agencies.
- H.R.7698: To allow members of federally recognized Tribes to use their Tribal government identification documents in obtaining a firearm from a federally licensed firearms dealer.
- H.R.7364: Kamisha’s Law
- H.R.7331: Dakota Mainstem Water Supply Project Feasibility Study Act
- H.R.7288: Western South Dakota Water Supply Project Feasibility Study Act
- H.R.7287: Lewis and Clark Regional Water System Expansion Feasibility Study Act
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