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H.R.2159: Denying Firearms and Explosives to Dangerous Terrorists Act of 2009
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
- This bill is primarily about crime and law enforcement
- Introduced April 29, 2009
- Latest Major Action June 12, 2009
- See the six similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
39 (35 Democrats, 5 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Denying Firearms and Explosives to Dangerous Terrorists Act of 2009 - Amends the federal criminal code to grant the Attorney General the authority to deny the transfer of firearms or the issuance of a federal firearms and explosives license to any individual if the Attorney General: (1) determines that such individual has been engaged in or has provided material support or resources for terrorist activities; and (2) has a reasonable belief...
(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, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
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April 29, 2009 |
Introduced in the House by Peter T. King (R-N.Y.) |