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- H.R.476
H.R.476: To prohibit the possession or transfer of non-sporting handguns.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 105th Congress
- This bill is primarily about crime and law enforcement
- Introduced Jan. 21, 1997
- Latest Major Action Jan. 28, 1997
- See the two similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
64 (64 Democrats, 1 Republican)
Bill Summary
Amends the Federal criminal code to prohibit the possession or transfer of a non-sporting handgun which has been shipped or transported in interstate or foreign commerce, except with respect to the continuous and otherwise lawful possession of such handgun during any period that began before the effective date of this provision.
(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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| Jan. 21, 1997 |
Introduced in the House by Luis V. Gutiérrez (D-Ill.) |