United States · Bill · S
S. 1956 (107th)
Safe Explosives Act
Introduced
14 February 2002
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Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 416.
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10 August 2026
Summary
Safe Explosives Act - Rewrites Federal criminal code provisions regarding the purchase of explosives to create a new "limited permit" category. Prohibits a holder of a limited permit from: (1) transporting, shipping, causing to be transported, or receiving in interstate or foreign commerce explosive materials; or (2) receiving explosive materials from a licensee or permittee whose premises are located within the holder's State of residence on more than six separate occasions. Requires license, user permit, and limited permit applicants to include the names of and identifying information regarding all employees who will possess explosive materials, including fingerprints and a photograph. Makes each limited permit valid for no longer than one year. Prohibits certain categories of individuals from being approved for licenses or permits. Requires an applicant for a limited permit to certify in writing that he or she will not receive explosive materials on more than six separate occasions during the period for which the limited permit is valid. Prohibits: (1) the distribution of explosive materials to persons committed to a mental institution; and (2) the distribution to, or possession of explosive materials by, certain categories of individuals. Requires: (1) licensed manufacturers, licensed importers, and those who manufacture or import explosive materials or ammonium nitrate to furnish samples and relevant information when required by the Secretary; and (2) a holder of a limited permit to report explosive materials thefts within 24 hours after discovery. Sets penalties for the destruction of property of institutions receiving Federal financial assistance.
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Reported to Senate (text)
Reported to Senate (text)
Reported to Senate · EN · 13 June 2002
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Reported to Senate · EN · 13 June 2002
Reported to Senate with amendment(s)
summary · EN · 13 June 2002
Introduced in Senate (text)
Introduced in Senate · EN · 14 February 2002
Introduced in Senate (PDF)
Introduced in Senate · EN · 14 February 2002
Introduced in Senate
summary · EN · 14 February 2002
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