HR 5717 Hank Johnson and LITTLE PEOPLE RASSLIN'

Published on March 21, 2020
Duration: 7:11

This video discusses HR 5717, a proposed bill by Congressman Hank Johnson that aims to implement significant gun control measures. Key provisions include mandatory firearms licensing, age restrictions for purchasing firearms, required training and testing, a ban on 'assault weapons,' outlawing suppressors for civilians while exempting federal agents, and imposing substantial taxes on firearms and ammunition. The bill is currently in committee, and the video urges viewers to contact their representatives.

Quick Summary

HR 5717 is a proposed U.S. House bill by Congressman Hank Johnson that seeks to enact sweeping gun control. It mandates federal firearms licensing, requires individuals to be 21 and pass training/testing, bans 'assault weapons,' and imposes a 30% tax on firearms and a 50% tax on ammunition, with government agencies exempt.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Channel Update
  2. 00:36HR 5717: The Bill
  3. 00:50Author: Congressman Hank Johnson
  4. 01:11Hank Johnson's Past Statements (Guam)
  5. 01:45Hank Johnson's Wrestling Analogies
  6. 02:40Bill's Stated Purpose & Scope
  7. 03:27Companion Bill: S 30254
  8. 03:43HR 5717: Unconstitutional Garbage
  9. 03:49Mandatory Firearms Licensing
  10. 04:10Assault Weapons Ban & Suppressor Ban
  11. 04:39Red Flag Laws & Other Measures
  12. 05:00Mammoth Tax: 30% Firearms, 50% Ammo
  13. 05:25Backdoor Gun Control Explained
  14. 05:50How to Respond: Contact Congress
  15. 06:21Bill Status & Committee
  16. 06:40Smallest Gun Showcase
  17. 06:51Outro

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HR 5717?

HR 5717 is a proposed bill in the U.S. House of Representatives, authored by Congressman Hank Johnson. It aims to implement significant gun control measures, including mandatory federal firearms licensing, age restrictions, required training and testing, a ban on 'assault weapons,' and substantial taxes on firearms and ammunition.

What are the key provisions of HR 5717?

Key provisions of HR 5717 include mandatory firearms licensing for purchase, acquisition, and possession; a minimum age of 21 for licensing; required training and testing; a ban on 'assault weapons'; outlawing suppressors for civilians; and imposing a 30% tax on firearms and a 50% tax on ammunition.

Who is Congressman Hank Johnson and what is his connection to HR 5717?

Congressman Hank Johnson, representing Georgia's Fourth Congressional District, is the author of HR 5717. He is known for past controversial statements, including concerns about the island of Guam tipping over and his use of wrestling analogies in political discussions.

What is the proposed tax on firearms and ammunition under HR 5717?

HR 5717 proposes a significant tax increase: a 30% tax on all pistols, revolvers, firearms, and lower receivers, and a 50% tax on all ammunition. Notably, government agencies are exempted from these taxes.

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