NOT GOOD!!! Federal Ban On 3D Printed Guns!

Published on June 30, 2021
Duration: 9:21

This video discusses the '3D Printed Gun Safety Act of 2021,' a federal bill aiming to ban the online distribution of digital files used to 3D print firearms. Introduced by Senators Markey and Mendez, and Congressman Deutch, the bill targets the spread of blueprints and instructions, citing concerns about untraceable and undetectable firearms evading metal detectors and potentially falling into the hands of prohibited individuals. The speaker argues this legislation infringes on both First Amendment (free speech/code as speech) and Second Amendment rights.

Quick Summary

The '3D Printed Gun Safety Act of 2021' is a federal bill aiming to ban the online distribution of digital files used to 3D print firearms. Introduced by Senators Markey and Mendez, and Congressman Deutch, it targets the spread of blueprints and instructions, citing concerns about untraceable and undetectable firearms. The bill proposes felony penalties for distributing such files online.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Federal Bill to Ban 3D Printed Guns
  2. 00:10Sponsor Shoutout: 80% Arms
  3. 00:53The 3D Printed Gun Safety Act of 2021 Explained
  4. 01:00Bill Sponsors and Reintroduction History
  5. 01:25Context: Biden Administration and ATF Proposed Rule
  6. 01:47Bill's Stated Goal: Prohibiting Online Distribution of Blueprints
  7. 02:06Senator Markey's Press Release and Concerns
  8. 02:15Concerns: Evading Metal Detectors and Untraceable Firearms
  9. 03:04How the Act Aims to Ban 3D Printing
  10. 03:34Bill Text Analysis: Undermining Regulatory Scheme
  11. 04:04Balancing Public Safety and First Amendment Rights
  12. 04:38Enforcement and Penalties: Felony Under US Code 922
  13. 05:37Quotes from Bill Sponsors
  14. 05:42Senator Markey: 'Ultimate Gun Acquisition Loophole'
  15. 06:09Framing 'Ghost Guns' and 80% Lowers
  16. 06:58Congressman Deutch's Statement
  17. 07:50Ensuring Internet Access Doesn't Equal Gun Access
  18. 08:00Current Support: Co-Sponsors in Senate and House
  19. 08:11Call to Action: Contact Your Representatives
  20. 08:36Conclusion: Like, Comment, Subscribe

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the '3D Printed Gun Safety Act of 2021'?

The '3D Printed Gun Safety Act of 2021' is a federal bill proposed to ban the online distribution of digital files that can be used to 3D print firearms. It aims to prevent the spread of blueprints and instructions for manufacturing untraceable and potentially undetectable weapons.

Who introduced the '3D Printed Gun Safety Act of 2021'?

The bill was introduced by Senators Edward Markey (Massachusetts) and Robert Mendez (New Jersey), along with Congressman Ted Deutch (Florida). This is a reintroduction of a similar bill first proposed in 2019.

What are the main concerns driving the '3D Printed Gun Safety Act'?

Key concerns include 3D printed firearms being made of plastic and potentially evading metal detectors, their untraceable nature due to lack of serial numbers, and the risk of prohibited individuals obtaining firearms through self-manufacturing.

How does the '3D Printed Gun Safety Act' propose to enforce the ban?

The act seeks to make it illegal to intentionally distribute over the internet digital instructions or computer code (like CAD files) that can program a 3D printer to produce a firearm. Violators would face felony penalties under US Code 922.

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