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S.1185: Stop Illegal Trafficking in Firearms Act of 2017
About This Bill
- Introduced May 18, 2017
- Latest Major Action May 18, 2017
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- Introduced in Senate - May 18, 2017
Bill Summary
Stop Illegal Trafficking in Firearms Act of 2017 This bill amends the federal criminal code to establish stand-alone criminal offenses for trafficking in firearms and straw purchasing of firearms. The bill expands the categories of prohibited persons (i.e., persons barred from receiving or possessing a firearm or ammunition) to include persons who intend: (1) to sell or transfer a firearm or ammunition to a prohibited person; (2) to sell or...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| May 18, 2017 |
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S3043-3044)
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| May 18, 2017 |
Introduced in the Senate by Patrick J. Leahy (D-Vt.) |