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H.R. 8

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An Act To require a background check for every firearm sale.
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Passed
Latest Action · May 25, 2022
Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 390.
Congress
117th (2021–2023)
Introduced
March 1, 2021
Cosponsors (210)
207D 3R
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Bipartisan Background Checks Act of 2021 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 or exchanges, such as a gift between spouses in good faith.

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