118th Congress · HOUSE BILLBILL

H.R. 3122Gun Show Loophole Closing Act of 2023

To require criminal background checks on all firearms transactions occurring at gun shows.

Crime and law enforcement
Introduced May 5, 2023
Last action May 5, 2023
Pipeline · Bill → Law
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Introduced
May 5, 2023
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Referred
May 5, 2023
Judiciary
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Committee
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House floor
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Senate
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Resolve Changes
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Signed
SummaryCRS Summary

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.

Provisions · 2 sectionsIntroduced in House
Timeline · 2 actions
May 5, 2023
Introduced in House
May 5, 2023
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.