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Child Safety Lock Act of 1997

Introduced: March 12, 1997 Introduced by: Schumer, Charles E. Democratic · New York See on congress.gov
 Everywhere this bill has been 3 steps
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Passed House
Passed Senate
To President
Became law
Mar 14, 1997
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime.
Mar 12, 1997
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Mar 12, 1997
Introduced in House
 Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

Child Safety Lock Act of 1997 - Amends the Federal criminal code to define (firearm) "locking device."

Makes it unlawful for a licensed manufacturer, importer, or dealer to sell, deliver, or transfer a handgun without a locking device or a specified related warning, with exceptions for law enforcement and governmental entities.

Sets forth civil penalties (in addition to any administrative penalties) for related violations, including suspension or loss of license.

What's happening now March 14, 1997

Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime.

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