H.R. 1705 · 116th Congress · 2019–2020
Jaime’s Law
H.R. 1705 in the 116th Congress (2019–2020) was introduced on Mar 13, 2019, sponsored by Debbie Wasserman Schultz with 82 co-sponsors.
During the 116th Congress (2019–2020), Donald Trump was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Mar 13, 2019
- Co-sponsors
- 82
- Policy area
- Crime and Law Enforcement
What it does
Jaime's Law This bill establishes background check requirements for the sale and transfer of ammunition. Specifically, the bill prohibits a licensed importer, manufacturer, or dealer from transferring ammunition to an unlicensed individual prior to submitting a background check through the National Instant Criminal Background Check System. It also establishes penalties for violations.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL). Co-sponsors: 82 Democrats.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMar 13, 2019
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security. (Apr 12, 2019)
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- S. 2746: Law Enforcement Suicide Data Collection Act
- H.R. 886: Veteran Treatment Court Coordination Act of 2019
Committees
- Judiciary Committee
More
From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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