Gun Control Onslaught - What we're up against - The Legal Brief

Published on October 20, 2017
Duration: 6:50

This video provides an overview of several recent gun control bills, including HR 3999, HR 3962, HR 3984, the Automatic Gunfire Prevention Act, the Keep Americans Safe Act, and the Background Check Completion Act of 2017. Host Adam Kraut, running for NRA Board of Directors, analyzes the potential impact of these bills, highlighting concerns about vague language, overreach, and the targeting of law-abiding citizens. He urges viewers to contact their representatives to oppose these measures.

Quick Summary

Several gun control bills are being introduced, including H.R. 3999 (rate of fire parts ban), H.R. 3962 (online ammo sales ban), H.R. 3984 (repeal PLCAA), and S.B. 1945 (magazine capacity limit). Host Adam Kraut criticizes their vague language and impact on law-abiding citizens, urging viewers to contact their representatives.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to The Legal Brief
  2. 00:42NRA Board of Directors Candidacy Announcement
  3. 01:09Analysis of HR 3999: Rate of Fire Parts Ban
  4. 02:48Analysis of HR 3962: Stop Online Ammunition Sales Act
  5. 03:19Analysis of HR 3984: Repeal of PLCAA
  6. 03:56Analysis of Automatic Gunfire Prevention Act (Senate)
  7. 04:15Analysis of SB 1945: Keep Americans Safe Act (Magazine Ban)
  8. 04:55Analysis of Background Check Completion Act of 2017
  9. 05:09Critique of Gun Control Bills' Effectiveness
  10. 05:33Call to Action: Contact Your Representatives
  11. 06:03Support for National Reciprocity and SHARE Act
  12. 06:09Conclusion and Viewer Engagement

Frequently Asked Questions

What is H.R. 3999 about?

H.R. 3999 aims to ban parts that increase the rate of fire on semi-automatic rifles without making them machineguns. It also imposes penalties for using these parts in crimes or smuggling them, but critics argue its language is too vague and could affect common firearm components.

What does the Stop Online Ammunition Sales Act (H.R. 3962) propose?

H.R. 3962 seeks to prohibit the sale of ammunition online. It would also require sellers to be licensed and impose recordkeeping requirements, with specific reporting triggers for large ammunition sales to individuals.

How does H.R. 3984 aim to change liability for gun manufacturers?

H.R. 3984 intends to repeal the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act (PLCAA), which currently shields gun manufacturers and dealers from lawsuits when their firearms are used in crimes. This bill would allow such civil suits to proceed.

What is the main concern with the Keep Americans Safe Act (S.B. 1945)?

The Keep Americans Safe Act proposes a ban on magazines holding more than 10 rounds, with limited exceptions for law enforcement and government entities. This would significantly impact law-abiding citizens' ability to possess standard-capacity magazines.

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