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H.R.1996: Handgun Control Act of 1997
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 105th Congress
- This bill is primarily about law
- Introduced June 19, 1997
- Latest Major Action June 23, 1997
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
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Bill Summary
Handgun Control Act of 1997 - Amends the Federal criminal code to prohibit the importation, manufacture, sale, purchase, transfer, receipt, or transportation (use) of a handgun, with exceptions. Authorizes the Secretary of the Treasury, consistent with public safety and necessity, to exempt such activities by licensed importers, manufacturers, or dealers, and by licensed pistol clubs, as may be required for the operation of such clubs....
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime.
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June 19, 1997 |
Introduced in the House by Sidney R. Yates (D-Ill.) |