What does Preamble of S 3875 do?

This bill directs the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to study unfair or deceptive acts or practices in firearm advertising and marketing. The FTC is required to submit a report on its findings to Congress. The bill also authorizes the FTC to issue regulations to prohibit unfair or deceptive acts or practices related to firearm advertising and marketing.

What does SHORT TITLE. of S 3875 do?

This Act has a short title. The short title is the 'Responsible Firearms Marketing Act'.

What does UNFAIR OR DECEPTIVE ACTS OR PRACTICES RELATED TO THE of S 3875 do?

This section directs the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to conduct a study on the advertising and marketing of firearms. The study must identify potentially unfair or deceptive acts or practices and consider materials appealing to individuals under 18 or implying illegal use. The FTC is required to submit a report on the study to Congress within two years of the section's enactment, including recommendations. The Paperwork Reduction Act does not apply to information collection for this study. Following the report, the FTC must promulgate regulations within 18 months to prohibit unfair or deceptive advertising and marketing practices by firearm manufacturers, dealers, and importers. These regulations must address advertising targeting individuals under 18, implying illegal use, and relating to semiautomatic assault weapons. Violations of these regulations will be treated as violations of the Federal Trade Commission Act. The FTC will enforce these regulations using its existing authorities under the Federal Trade Commission Act.

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Responsible Firearms Marketing Act — S. 3875

Last updated: 2/12/2026 · Introduced: 2/12/2026

Author: Richard Blumenthal (D-CT)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill directs the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to study firearm advertising and marketing for unfair or deceptive practices, including those targeting individuals under 18.
Following the study, the FTC is required to issue regulations prohibiting unfair or deceptive firearm advertising and marketing practices.
Violations of these regulations will be enforced by the FTC under the Federal Trade Commission Act.

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