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Background Check Completion Act of 2017

This bill amends the federal criminal code to prohibit a licensed gun dealer from transferring a firearm to an unlicensed person prior to completion of a background check. (Current law permits a licensed gun dealer to transfer a firearm to an unlicensed person if a submitted background check remains incomplete after three business days.)

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2018-02-27DischargeMotion to Discharge Committee filed by Mr. Clyburn. Petition No: 115-7. (Discharge petition text with signatures.)House floor actions
2017-09-06CommitteeReferred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, and Investigations.House committee actions
2017-07-27IntroReferralReferred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.House floor actions
2017-07-27IntroReferralIntroduced in HouseLibrary of Congress

Sponsor :

James E. Clyburn [D] (SC-6)
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Policy Area :

Crime and Law Enforcement
Related Subjects
  • Criminal justice information and records
  • Firearms and explosives
  • Licensing and registrations
  • Retail and wholesale trades
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