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H.R.339: To amend title 18, United States Code, to provide a national standard in accordance with which nonresidents of a State may carry certain concealed firearms in the State, and to exempt qualified current and former law enforcement officers from State laws prohibiting the carrying of concealed handguns.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 105th Congress
- This bill is primarily about education
- Introduced Jan. 7, 1997
- Latest Major Action July 22, 1997
- See the four similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
76 (17 Democrats, 1 Independent, 59 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Amends the Federal criminal code to establish a national standard for the carrying of certain concealed firearms by non-residents. Authorizes a person who has a valid permit to carry a concealed firearm in one State and who is not prohibited from carrying a firearm under Federal law to carry a concealed firearm (that has been transported in interstate commerce) in another State in accordance with the restrictions of that State (if any) or as...
(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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Subcommittee Hearings Held.
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Jan. 7, 1997 |
Introduced in the House by Cliff Stearns (R-Fla.) |