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Gun Show Loophole Closing Act of 2021

Introduced: February 11, 2021 See on congress.gov
 Everywhere this bill has been 3 steps
Introduced
In committee
Reported out
Passed House
Passed Senate
To President
Became law
Apr 23, 2021
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
Feb 11, 2021
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Feb 11, 2021
Introduced in House
 Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

Gun Show Loophole Closing Act of 2021

This bill establishes new requirements regarding firearm transfers at gun shows.

Specifically, the bill requires the following:

  • a person who operates a gun show must meet certain requirements (e.g., minimum age and registration); and
  • a firearm transfer between private parties at a gun show must be facilitated by a licensed gun dealer, importer, or manufacturer in compliance with certain background check and recordkeeping requirements.
What's happening now April 23, 2021

Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.

 Committees of jurisdiction 2