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Longer retention of background check records for firearm purchases.

This new act changes the rules for retaining data from the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS). Instead of deleting this data after 24 hours, it will now be stored for at least 90 days. This aims to ensure longer access to information about individuals who attempted to purchase firearms.
Key points
NICS background check records for firearm purchases will be retained for at least 90 days, instead of 24 hours.
This change may impact how attempts to purchase firearms are monitored and tracked.
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Additional Information
NICS Review Act of 2021
Print number: HR 1005
Sponsor: Rep. Maloney, Carolyn B. [D-NY-12]
Process start date: 2021-02-11