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- H.R.720
H.R.720: Denying Firearms and Explosives to Dangerous Terrorists Act of 2013
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 113th Congress
- This bill is primarily about crime and law enforcement
- Introduced Feb. 14, 2013
- Latest Major Action April 8, 2013
- See the six similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
26 (25 Democrats, 1 Republican)
Bill Summary
Denying Firearms and Explosives to Dangerous Terrorists Act of 2013 - 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
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| April 8, 2013 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, And Investigations.
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| Feb. 14, 2013 |
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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| Feb. 14, 2013 |
Introduced in the House by Peter T. King (R-N.Y.) |