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Strengthening Gun Checks: Denying Purchases for Individuals Awaiting Trial.

This law aims to enhance public safety by closing a loophole in the firearm background check system. If a federal or state court orders an individual awaiting trial not to possess firearms as a condition of their release, this prohibition will now be enforced through the national background check system (NICS). This ensures licensed dealers must deny sales to these individuals, directly enforcing pretrial release conditions.
Key points
Individuals released pending trial who are explicitly prohibited from owning or purchasing guns by a court order will be automatically denied during a federal background check.
The national background check system (NICS) is updated to include specific pretrial firearm prohibition orders issued by courts.
$25 million is authorized from 2024 to 2028 to help states and tribes report these restrictions quickly and accurately to the federal system.
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Print number: 118_HR_8842
Sponsor: Rep. Goldman, Daniel S. [D-NY-10]
Process start date: 2024-06-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Preventing Pretrial Gun Purchases Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_8842.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-06-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Individuals released pending trial who are explicitly prohibited from owning or purchasing guns by a court order will be automatically denied during a federal background check.
  • The national background check system (NICS) is updated to include specific pretrial firearm prohibition orders issued by courts.
  • $25 million is authorized from 2024 to 2028 to help states and tribes report these restrictions quickly and accurately to the federal system.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Goldman, Daniel S. [D-NY-10].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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