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Introduced
05/19/2022
05/19/2022
In Committee
05/19/2022
05/19/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023
01/03/2023
Introduced Session
117th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To amend title 18, United States Code, to require licenses to acquire or receive firearms, and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill, the Federal Firearm Licensing Act, would require individuals to obtain a federal license in order to purchase or receive firearms. The license would be issued by the Attorney General and would require the applicant to complete firearms safety training, undergo a background check, and provide certain identifying information. The bill also establishes a point-of-sale background check requirement and prohibits the transfer of firearms to unlicensed individuals. Additionally, the Attorney General would have the authority to revoke a license if the licensee is determined to pose a significant danger of bodily injury or if possession of a firearm would violate federal or state law.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (on 05/19/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/senate-bill/4263/all-info | 05/20/2022 |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/s4263/BILLS-117s4263is.pdf | 05/28/2022 |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/s4263/BILLS-117s4263is.pdf.pdf | 05/28/2022 |
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