*ALERT* HR 38 Reciprocity at RISK (HINT: fix-NICS)

Published on December 2, 2017
Duration: 10:19

This video discusses the potential legislative maneuver of merging HR 38 (Concealed Carry Reciprocity) with HR 4477 (Fix NICS). Congressman Thomas Massie warns that this combination, driven by figures like Feinstein and Schumer, aims to expand the NICS background check system and potentially restrict firearm purchases through administrative agencies. The core concern is that the popular reciprocity bill is being used to pass the controversial Fix NICS bill without adequate public scrutiny or debate.

Quick Summary

HR 38, the Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act, is at risk due to a legislative maneuver where it's being merged with HR 4477, the 'Fix NICS' bill. This combination, criticized by figures like Congressman Thomas Massie, aims to expand the NICS background check system and potentially restrict firearm purchases by compelling administrative agencies to submit more names to prohibited persons lists without due process.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & HR 38 Update
  2. 00:32Alert from Congressman Thomas Massie
  3. 00:42Feinstein/Schumer Gun Legislation
  4. 00:56HR 4477: Fix NICS Bill
  5. 01:08Senate Version of Fix NICS
  6. 01:15Funding for Background Check Expansion
  7. 01:22Obama's Agenda & NICS Database
  8. 01:44Bump Stock Study in House Bill
  9. 01:52Merging Fix NICS with HR 38
  10. 02:05How the Swamp Operates
  11. 02:21Speed of HR 4477's Passage
  12. 02:45Senate Bill Text Availability
  13. 03:03Fix NICS Bill Introduction History
  14. 03:22Judiciary Committee Vote
  15. 03:38Bill Added to Reciprocity Bill
  16. 03:54Reasons for Concern: Fix NICS
  17. 04:01Brady Bill Connection
  18. 04:14Feinstein & Schumer Co-Sponsorship
  19. 04:20Non-Transparent Process
  20. 04:33Attaching to Popular Bill
  21. 04:37Spending for Name Collection
  22. 04:47Administrative Agency Adjudication
  23. 04:56Biggest Problem: Agency Submissions
  24. 05:07Obama's Administrative Strategy
  25. 05:37Due Process Concerns
  26. 05:52Problems with NICS System
  27. 06:04Fix NICS Name Misnomer
  28. 06:18Executive Branch Power
  29. 06:26Universal Background Checks Goal
  30. 06:38Decouple the Bills
  31. 06:44Separating the Bills
  32. 06:57Reciprocity Passing the Senate?
  33. 07:19Dangerous Scenario: Conference Committee
  34. 07:43Fix NICS Emerges Without Reciprocity
  35. 08:07Fix NICS as Expansion of Brady Bill
  36. 08:14Vote Separately on Bills
  37. 08:27Amend the Fix NICS Bill
  38. 08:32Massie's Quote
  39. 08:45Call Your Representatives
  40. 08:53Keep Bills Separate
  41. 09:02Take Action Now
  42. 09:09Urgency of the Situation
  43. 09:19Spread the Word
  44. 09:34Support the Channel
  45. 09:42Subscribe Challenge
  46. 10:03Conclusion & Safety Reminder

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HR 38 and why is it at risk?

HR 38 is the Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act, designed to allow permit holders to carry concealed firearms across state lines. It is currently at risk because House leadership plans to merge it with HR 4477, the 'Fix NICS' bill, potentially jeopardizing its passage or altering its intent.

What is the 'Fix NICS' bill (HR 4477)?

The 'Fix NICS' bill aims to improve the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) by encouraging federal and state agencies to submit more records. It allocates significant funding for this expansion, but critics argue it could lead to more prohibited persons lists without proper due process.

How are HR 38 and HR 4477 being combined?

House leadership reportedly plans to add the 'Fix NICS' bill (HR 4477) to the Concealed Carry Reciprocity bill (HR 38) and pass them together in a single vote. This strategy is criticized for using the popularity of HR 38 to advance the controversial HR 4477 without adequate public scrutiny.

What are the main concerns about the 'Fix NICS' bill?

Key concerns include the bill's connection to the Brady Bill, its co-sponsorship by figures like Feinstein and Schumer, its fast-tracked and non-transparent legislative process, and its potential to expand the NICS database by compelling administrative agencies to submit names, bypassing judicial review for firearm rights.

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