Gun Control Bill HR 1446... NICS Gun Holds... Indefinitely

Published on March 4, 2021
Duration: 7:03

This video from Langley Outdoors Academy provides an expert-level breakdown of Gun Control Bill HR 1446, focusing on its implications for the NICS background check system. The bill proposes removing the expiration date on NICS holds, potentially allowing for indefinite delays in firearm purchases. The instructor highlights concerns about this provision acting as a de facto firearm ban and urges viewers to contact their representatives.

Quick Summary

Gun Control Bill HR 1446 proposes removing the expiration date on NICS background check holds. This change could allow for indefinite delays in firearm purchases, which critics argue acts as a 'soft firearm ban' by preventing sales while funds and the firearm are held.

Chapters

  1. 00:06Intro: Gun Control Bills HR8 & HR1446
  2. 00:21HR1446: The NICS Background Check Bill
  3. 00:34Focus on NICS Holds Explained
  4. 01:26How NICS Background Checks Work (Form 4473)
  5. 02:01NICS System Responses: Approved, Denied, Hold
  6. 02:37Current NICS Background Check Expiration
  7. 03:02HR1446: Indefinite NICS Holds
  8. 03:29Potential Negative Impacts: Soft Firearm Bans
  9. 04:01Unconstitutional Bills & Gun Confiscation Concerns
  10. 04:22Political Landscape & Public Opinion
  11. 05:30Call to Action: Contact Your Representatives

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gun Control Bill HR 1446 primarily about?

HR 1446 focuses on the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS). Its most significant proposed change is the removal of the expiration date on 'hold' responses, which could allow for indefinite delays in firearm purchases.

How does HR 1446 change NICS background check holds?

Currently, NICS holds typically expire around ten days, after which a firearm can be released if no resolution is reached. HR 1446 seeks to remove this expiration, meaning a hold could last indefinitely, potentially preventing a sale.

What are the potential consequences of HR 1446's indefinite hold provision?

Critics argue that indefinite holds could function as 'soft firearm bans.' This means the government could indefinitely delay the release of a firearm to a buyer, while the gun shop retains both the money and the weapon.

What action should individuals take regarding HR 1446?

The video strongly encourages viewers to contact their elected officials, including Representatives and Senators. Making calls is presented as an effective way to influence legislative outcomes and make an impact on gun rights issues.

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