S. 2009 · 115th Congress · 2017–2018
Background Check Expansion Act
S. 2009 in the 115th Congress (2017–2018) was introduced on Oct 25, 2017, sponsored by Christopher Murphy with 40 co-sponsors.
During the 115th Congress (2017–2018), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Oct 25, 2017
- Co-sponsors
- 40
- Policy area
- Crime and Law Enforcement
What it does
Background Check Expansion Act This bill establishes new background check requirements for firearm transfers between private parties (i.e., unlicensed individuals). Specifically, it prohibits a firearm transfer between private parties unless a licensed gun dealer, manufacturer, or importer first takes possession of the firearm to conduct a background check.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Christopher Murphy (D-CT). Co-sponsors: 39 Democrats, 1 Independent.
Where it stands
- IntroducedOct 25, 2017
- Passed the Senate—
- Passed the House—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (Oct 25, 2017)
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Committees
- Judiciary Committee
More
From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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