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S.42: Background Check Expansion Act
About This Bill
- Introduced Jan. 8, 2019
- Latest Major Action Jan. 8, 2019
- See the three similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
41 (40 Democrats, 1 Independent Democrat)
Bill Version
- Introduced in Senate - Jan. 8, 2019
Bill Summary
Background Check Expansion Act This bill establishes new background check requirements for firearm transfers between private parties (i.e., unlicensed individuals). Specifically, it prohibits a firearm transfer between private parties unless a licensed gun dealer, manufacturer, or importer first takes possession of the firearm to conduct a background check. The prohibition does not apply to certain firearm transfers, such as a gift between...
(Source: Library of Congress)
What Lawmakers Are Saying About This Bill
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Jan. 8, 2019 |
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
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| Jan. 8, 2019 |
Introduced in the Senate by Christopher S. Murphy (D-Conn.) |