summary
Introduced
01/28/2019
01/28/2019
In Committee
03/25/2019
03/25/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
116th Congress
Bill Summary
To require criminal background checks on all firearms transactions occurring at gun shows. This bill establishes new requirements regarding firearm transfers at gun shows. Specifically, the bill requires the following: a person who operates a gun show must meet certain requirements (e.g., minimum age and registration); and a firearm transfer between private parties at a gun show must be facilitated by a licensed gun dealer, importer, or manufacturer in compliance with certain background check and recordkeeping requirements.
AI Summary
This bill, the Gun Show Loophole Closing Act of 2019, aims to require criminal background checks on all firearm transactions occurring at gun shows. Specifically, the bill establishes new requirements for gun show operators, including registering with the Attorney General, verifying the identities of gun show vendors, and notifying attendees of the applicable legal requirements. The bill also mandates that firearm transfers between private parties at a gun show must be facilitated by a licensed gun dealer, importer, or manufacturer in compliance with certain background check and recordkeeping requirements. The bill also increases penalties for violations of these provisions and grants the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives additional authority to inspect gun shows and report on their findings.
Committee Categories
Justice, Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security. (on 03/25/2019)
Official Document
bill text
bill summary
Loading...
bill summary
Loading...
bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/house-bill/820/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr820/BILLS-116hr820ih.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr820/BILLS-116hr820ih.pdf.pdf |
Loading...