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- H.R.1706
H.R.1706: Assault Weapons Prohibition Act of 1993
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 103rd Congress
- This bill is primarily about crime and law enforcement
- Introduced April 7, 1993
- Latest Major Action May 5, 1994
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
17 (All Democrats)
Bill Summary
Assault Weapons Prohibition Act of 1993 - Amends the Federal criminal code to prohibit the transfer or possession of an assault weapon, with exceptions. Authorizes the Secretary of the Treasury to recommend to the Congress that the definition of an assault weapon (as specified under this Act) be modified. Provides enhanced penalties for the use of an assault weapon during and in relation to any crime of violence or drug trafficking crime....
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Judiciary.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime and Criminal Justice.
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See H.R.4296.
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| April 7, 1993 |
Introduced in the House by Kweisi Mfume (D-Md.) |