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HR 109 106th Congress House

To better regulate the transfer of firearms at gun shows.

Introduced: February 4, 1999 See on congress.gov
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It never became law before the 106th Congress (1999–2000) adjourned, and bills don't carry over to the next Congress. It would have to be reintroduced. You can still save it for reference, but it won't receive updates.
 Everywhere this bill has been 4 steps
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In committee
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Passed House
Passed Senate
To President
Became law
Feb 25, 1999
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime.
Jan 7, 1999
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E49)
Jan 6, 1999
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Jan 6, 1999
Introduced in House
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 Latest action February 25, 1999

Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime.

 Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

Amends the Federal criminal code to prohibit a person from holding a gun show unless such person is licensed to do so and at least 30 days have elapsed since the person has notified the Secretary of the Treasury and the chief law enforcement officer of the postal address and the dates and times at which the show is to be held.

Sets forth provisions regarding license application requirements, fees, and application approval or denial procedures.

Requires that before an unlicensed person transfers a firearm at a gun show, such person shall provide to the holder of the show written notice of: (1) the name, age, and address of such person and of the transferee; (2) the serial number, make, and model of the firearm; and (3) the date and location of the transfer. Requires the holder of the show to: (1) comply with requirements imposed on firearms dealers with respect to firearm transfers; and (2) deliver show records to the Secretary within 30 days after the show.

Sets forth penalties for violations of this Act.

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 Committees of jurisdiction 2
 Cosponsors 10
All 10 Democratic 8
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McGovern, James P.
Massachusetts · Feb 4, 1999
 D
Schakowsky, Janice D.
Illinois · Feb 4, 1999
CHRISTENSEN, DONNA
· Jan 6, 1999
 D
Davis, Danny K.
Illinois · Jan 6, 1999
 D
DeGette, Diana
Colorado · Jan 6, 1999
 D
DeLauro, Rosa L.
Connecticut · Jan 6, 1999
LIPINSKI, WILLIAM
· Jan 6, 1999
 D
Lofgren, Zoe
California · Jan 6, 1999
 D
Markey, Edward J.
Massachusetts · Jan 6, 1999
 D
Nadler, Jerrold
New York · Jan 6, 1999
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