NOW: Background Check Bills HR8 and HR1446 Pass House. What's Next?

Published on March 13, 2021
Duration: 11:29

This video analyzes the implications of House Bills HR8 and HR1446, focusing on their potential impact on private firearm transfers and the constitutional basis of federal power. It explains that HR8 aims to make non-FFL transfers unlawful with limited exceptions, while HR1446 extends the background check waiting period. The speaker, identified as a lawyer, expresses concern over the erosion of constitutional principles and the practical burdens these laws could impose, particularly on rural Americans.

Quick Summary

House Bills HR8 and HR1446, concerning expanded background checks and extended waiting periods for firearm transfers, have passed the House. HR8 aims to regulate most private firearm sales, while HR1446 increases the government's background check review time. These legislative actions raise significant concerns regarding Second Amendment rights and the scope of federal power over intrastate activities.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Background Check Bills Pass House
  2. 00:41Understanding HR8: Bipartisan Background Checks Act
  3. 01:58Understanding HR1446: Enhanced Background Checks Act
  4. 04:13Problematic Aspects of HR8
  5. 04:48Constitutional Concerns: Federal Power and Intrastate Activity
  6. 06:23Private Transfers as a Constitutional Feature
  7. 06:46Disproportionate Impact on Rural Americans
  8. 07:19Outlook for Senate Passage and Filibuster
  9. 07:38Potential Legislative Strategies and Filibuster Reform
  10. 08:16When to Panic: Monitoring Senate Developments
  11. 08:33Conclusion and Support

Frequently Asked Questions

What are HR8 and HR1446?

HR8, the Bipartisan Background Checks Act of 2021, aims to expand background checks to most private firearm transfers. HR1446, the Enhanced Background Checks Act of 2021, seeks to extend the waiting period for background check decisions from three to ten business days.

What is the main concern with HR8 regarding private gun sales?

HR8 would make it unlawful for individuals who are not licensed firearms dealers (FFLs) to transfer guns to other non-licensees, with very limited exceptions. This could significantly impact casual gun trading among friends and family.

How does HR1446 change the background check process?

HR1446 would extend the time the government has to complete a background check from three business days to ten business days. It also requires the buyer to submit a form to the ATF, and the transfer can only proceed if the government responds within that ten-day window.

What are the constitutional arguments against these bills?

The speaker, a lawyer, argues that these bills infringe on constitutional principles by expanding federal power into intrastate activities. Private transfers are viewed as a feature of the constitutional system, not a loophole to be closed by federal regulation.

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