Enacting the reduce armed violence act to increase the criminal penalties for certain violations of criminal possession of a weapon by a convicted felon that involve firearms.

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AI Summary: The "Reduce Armed Violence Act" aims to enhance criminal penalties for convicted felons found guilty of possessing firearms unlawfully. The bill seeks to address armed violence by imposing stricter consequences on individuals who illegally possess weapons, particularly those with prior felony convictions. This legislation intends to deter such criminal activities and contribute to reducing gun-related offenses in the United States.

Latest Action: House Introduced

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Actions (6):

  • 2023-01-13 : House Introduced

  • 2023-01-13 : House Referred to Committee on Corrections and Juvenile Justice

  • 2023-01-24 : House Hearing: Tuesday, January 24, 2023, 1:30 PM Room 546-S - CANCELED

  • 2023-01-25 : House Hearing: Wednesday, January 25, 2023, 1:30 PM Room 546-S

  • 2023-02-06 : House Committee Report recommending bill be passed as amended by Committee on Corrections and Juvenile Justice

  • 2023-02-23 : House Stricken from Calendar by Rule 1507

Text Versions (2):
Amendments (1):
  • Name: House Committee on Corrections and Juvenile Justice Report
  • BillId: HB2031
  • LegislativeSession: 2023-2024 Regular Session
  • Description: House Committee on Corrections and Juvenile Justice Report
  • FloorActionDate: 2023-02-06
  • Pdf:  cr_2023_hb2031_h_0965.pdf