H.R. 1243 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006
Secure Access to Firearms Enhancement (SAFE) Act of 2005
H.R. 1243 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) was introduced on Mar 10, 2005, sponsored by John Hostettler with 78 co-sponsors.
During the 109th Congress (2005–2006), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Mar 10, 2005
- Co-sponsors
- 78
- Policy area
- Crime and Law Enforcement
What it does
Secure Access to Firearms Enhancement (SAFE) Act of 2005 - Amends the Federal criminal code to provide for reciprocity for the carrying of certain concealed firearms in different States by persons who are not prohibited by Federal law from possessing, transporting, shipping, or receiving a firearm and who are: (1) carrying a valid State license or permit for carrying a concealed firearm; or (2) otherwise entitled to carry a co…
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
John Hostettler (R-IN). Co-sponsors: 4 Democrats, 74 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMar 10, 2005
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security. (May 10, 2005)
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Committees
- Judiciary Committee
More
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