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H.R.6997: Stopping the Fraudulent Sales of Firearms Act
About This Bill
- Introduced March 8, 2022
- Latest Major Action Nov. 1, 2022
- See the two similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
3 (All Democrats)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - March 8, 2022
Bill Summary
Stopping the Fraudulent Sales of Firearms Act This bill makes it unlawful to import, manufacture, or sell a firearm or ammunition by fraudulent means (e.g., false representations). Further, it makes it unlawful to transmit a wire, radio, or television communication in interstate or foreign commerce related to such a fraudulent importation, manufacture, or sale. A violator is subject to criminal penalties—a fine, a prison term of up to five...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
Date | Description |
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Nov. 1, 2022 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
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March 8, 2022 |
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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March 8, 2022 |
Introduced in the House by Mary Gay Scanlon (D-Pa.) |