The Responsible Gun Ownership Licensing Act would require federal licensing for all firearm purchases in the United States. Under this bill, individuals would need to complete firearms safety training including a written test on gun laws and hands-on firing tests before they could purchase a gun, and they would need to undergo a background check, submit fingerprints, and provide identifying information. The Attorney General would have 30 days to issue or deny a license, with each license valid for purchasing a single firearm within 30 days of issuance and expiring after five years. The bill also allows the Attorney General to deny or revoke licenses if applicants pose a significant danger to themselves or others, considering factors like history of violence, domestic violence restraining orders, and substance abuse. Additionally, the legislation requires licensed gun dealers to conduct background checks on all private firearm transfers, and it mandates that private sellers report all firearm sales to the Attorney General within three business days.
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