U.S. Senate and House Democrats, led by Senators Amy Klobuchar and Gary Peters, have introduced the Preventing Illegal Weapons Trafficking Act, aimed at combating the proliferation of illegal gun conversion devices known as ‘auto-sears.’ This legislation seeks to enhance coordination among federal law enforcement agencies to intercept and prevent the import of these dangerous devices, which can transform semi-automatic weapons into fully automatic firearms, posing significant risks to public safety.
The bill highlights an alarming trend, revealing that federal prosecutions related to gun conversion devices increased more than eight-fold between 2017 and 2021. Lawmakers stress the need for immediate action as auto-sears can be easily sourced online, often for under $20, and can be installed in mere minutes. The legislation, endorsed by groups like GIFFORDS and Brady: United Against Gun Violence, aims to not only curb the trafficking of these devices but also ensure that profits from illegal sales are confiscated to further enhance community safety.
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