Bill Overview
Title: Multiple Firearm Sales Reporting Modernization Act of 2022
Description: This bill expands reporting requirements with respect to sales or dispositions of multiple firearms. Currently, a federal firearms licensee (e.g., a gun dealer) must report multiple sales or dispositions of pistols or revolvers to the same person within five business days. This bill requires a federal firearms licensee to report multiple sales or dispositions of any firearms to the same person within five business days.
Sponsors: Rep. Torres, Norma J. [D-CA-35]
Target Audience
Population: Federal firearms licensees and citizens purchasing multiple firearms
Estimated Size: 1000000
- The legislation affects federal firearms licensees as it changes the reporting requirements for them.
- Firearm shops and dealers are directly impacted as they will need to comply with these new requirements for reporting multiple sales.
- Individuals purchasing multiple firearms are indirectly affected as their transactions will be reported more frequently.
- The purpose of such reporting might be linked to law enforcement or public safety, thus potentially impacting public safety policies.
- In terms of wellness impact, communities affected by gun sales, gun violence, or firearm-related crimes might indirectly experience impacts.
Reasoning
- The policy primarily impacts two groups: federal firearms licensees, who will bear the burden of increased reporting, and individuals who purchase multiple firearms, whose purchases will be reported more frequently.
- The well-being impacts on these individuals are mainly related to changes in workflow, potential scrutiny, and perceptions of safety.
- Implementation and enforcement costs consume a significant portion of the policy budget but are manageable within the allocated $3,000,000 for year 1 and $16,750,000 over 10 years.
- The effects on individuals purchasing firearms might manifest as either deterrence or inconvenience but are indirect.
- Communities more affected by gun sales or violence might report shifts in public sentiment or perceived safety due to increased regulatory attention.
Simulated Interviews
Firearms Dealer (Texas)
Age: 45 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 12/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Overall, the new reporting requirement adds significant administrative overhead.
- I might need to hire additional staff to manage the reporting, impacting my business finances.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
Law Enforcement Officer (California)
Age: 32 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This policy could help trace firearms and support investigations.
- In the long term, it could improve community safety, which is a priority for me.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 6 |
Retired Military (Florida)
Age: 50 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 15/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I support measures that improve national security but dislike the increased scrutiny.
- It feels slightly invasive, but if it helps reduce crime, it might be worth it.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 8 |
University Researcher (New York)
Age: 29 | Gender: other
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 8/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This modernization act could provide valuable data for research and public policy.
- It's a small step towards better understanding gun sale patterns and their impacts.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 5 | 5 |
Rancher (Montana)
Age: 62 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 11/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The policy burdens licensees more than individuals like me who buy firearms responsibly.
- I don't foresee any real change unless buying multiple firearms becomes more cumbersome.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
Gun Collector (Arizona)
Age: 37 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 9
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 9/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The act might make attending auctions and buying multiple items more complex.
- It's inconvenient, but for me, the historical collection takes precedence over reporting concerns.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 9 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 9 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 9 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 9 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 9 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 9 |
Community Activist (Illinois)
Age: 44 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 14/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The policy's impact on preventing crime isn't straightforward.
- I hope it leads to better tracking and reduced illegal armament.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 6 |
Federal Firearms Licensee Operator (Colorado)
Age: 55 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 12/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This could increase my business's costs due to manual reporting and systems upgrade.
- I'm worried about possible fines if I make a mistake amid increased regulation.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 5 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 5 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 6 |
Student Hunter (Georgia)
Age: 24 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 13/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Unlikely to affect my purchases massively because I don't buy several guns simultaneously.
- If anything, it pushes me to plan purchases more carefully.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 8 |
Policy Analyst (Washington)
Age: 39 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This act offers an incremental benefit for data transparency.
- It might facilitate more precise law enforcement responses.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 7 |
Cost Estimates
Year 1: $3000000 (Low: $2000000, High: $4000000)
Year 2: $2500000 (Low: $1500000, High: $3500000)
Year 3: $2000000 (Low: $1000000, High: $3000000)
Year 5: $1500000 (Low: $750000, High: $2500000)
Year 10: $1000000 (Low: $500000, High: $1500000)
Year 100: $500000 (Low: $250000, High: $750000)
Key Considerations
- The cost to local gun shops and dealers for the implementation of enhanced reporting systems.
- The potential need for federal bodies to handle and analyze the increased volume of data.
- The possible impact on public safety and crime reduction through improved reporting on multiple firearm sales.