S. 3275 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006
A bill to amend title 18, United States code, to provide a national standard in accordance with which nonresidents of a State may carry concealed firearms in the State.
S. 3275 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) was introduced on May 26, 2006, sponsored by George Allen with 25 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
- May 26, 2006
- Co-sponsors
- 25
- Policy area
- Crime and Law Enforcement
What it does
Amends the federal criminal code to permit a nonresident of a state to carry a concealed firearm (other than a machinegun or destructive device) in that state if such nonresident: (1) is not prohibited by federal law from possessing, transporting, shipping, or receiving a firearm; and (2) is carrying a valid permit issued by a state permitting such person to carry a concealed firearm.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
George Allen (R-VA). Co-sponsors: 3 Democrats, 22 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMay 26, 2006
- Passed the Senate—
- Passed the House—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (May 26, 2006)
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Committees
- Judiciary Committee
More
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