HOUSE 820116th CongressReferred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
Gun Show Loophole Closing Act of 2019
- Last Action
- 3/25/2019
Actions
- 2019-03-25Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
- 2019-01-28Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
- 2019-01-28Introduced in House
- 2019-01-28Introduced in House
CRS Summary
As of 2019-01-28 (00)
Gun Show Loophole Closing Act of 2019
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.
Cosponsors (2)
- Mike Quigley (D-IL)
- ELEANOR NORTON (D-DC)
Subjects
- Business records
- Congressional oversight
- Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
- Criminal justice information and records
- Criminal procedure and sentencing
- Department of Justice
- Firearms and explosives
- Licensing and registrations
- Retail and wholesale trades
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