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Multiple Handgun Transfer Prohibition Act of 1995

Introduced: February 15, 1995 See on congress.gov
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Mar 15, 1995
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime.
Feb 15, 1995
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Feb 15, 1995
Introduced in House
 Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

Multiple Handgun Transfer Prohibition Act of 1995 - Amends the Federal criminal code to prohibit: (1) a licensed importer, manufacturer, or dealer from transferring two or more handguns to an individual not so licensed during any 30-day period or from transferring a handgun to any such individual who received a handgun during the previous 30-day period; and (2) any individual who is not so licensed from receiving two or more handguns during any 30-day period.

Makes such prohibitions inapplicable with respect to any individual who has presented to the transferor a written statement, issued by the chief law enforcement officer of the individual's place of residence during the preceding ten days that the individual requires access to a handgun because of a threat to his or her life or household.

Sets forth: (1) reporting and recordkeeping requirements; and (2) penalties for knowing violations of this Act.

What's happening now March 15, 1995

Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime.

 Committees of jurisdiction 2
 Cosponsors 2
All 2 Democratic 2