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H.R.4237: Protect America Act of 2015
About This Bill
- Introduced Dec. 11, 2015
- Latest Major Action Jan. 15, 2016
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
14 (All Republicans)
Bill Summary
Protect America Act of 2015 Preventing Terrorists From Obtaining Firearms Act of 2015 This bill amends the federal criminal code to require the Department of Justice (DOJ), after receiving notice of a request to transfer a firearm to a known or suspected terrorist, to: (1) confirm the identity of the prospective transferee and confirm or rule out a connection to terrorism, (2) notify relevant law enforcement or intelligence agencies, and (3)...
(Source: Library of Congress)
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Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Jan. 15, 2016 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, and Investigations.
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| Dec. 11, 2015 |
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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| Dec. 11, 2015 |
Introduced in the House by Lee Zeldin (R-N.Y.) |