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Mandatory Licensing and Sales Records for Handguns and Semi-Automatic Rifles

This Act establishes a federal licensing system for owners of handguns and certain semi-automatic rifles, requiring citizens to undergo background checks, fingerprinting, and mental health evaluations to legally possess these firearms. It also mandates that nearly all private firearm transfers must be processed through a licensed dealer. Owners must also report loss or theft within 72 hours and face criminal penalties if a child uses an unsecured firearm to cause death or serious bodily injury.
Key points
New federal license (FOL) required to possess handguns and semi-automatic rifles capable of accepting a detachable ammunition feeding device.
Most private firearm transfers must now be conducted through a licensed dealer.
Owners of qualifying firearms must report loss or theft within 72 hours and face penalties if a child (under 18) accesses a firearm and causes death or injury.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_4313
Sponsor: Sen. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL]
Process start date: 2024-05-09