House Bill 647
117th Congress(2021-2022)
Closing the Loophole on Interstate Firearm Sales Act
Introduced
Introduced in House on Feb 1, 2021
Origin Chamber
House
Type
Bill
Bill
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Bill Number
647
Congress
117
Policy Area
Crime and Law Enforcement
Crime and Law Enforcement
Primary focus of measure is criminal offenses, investigation and prosecution, procedure and sentencing; corrections and imprisonment; juvenile crime; law enforcement administration. Measures concerning terrorism may fall under Emergency Management or International Affairs policy areas.
No House votes have been held for this bill.
Summary
Closing the Loophole on Interstate Firearm Sales Act
This bill restricts the sale or transfer of shotguns and rifles across state lines.
Specifically, it prohibits a licensed gun dealer, manufacturer, importer, or collector from selling or transferring a rifle or shotgun to an out-of-state resident. Current law allows such sales or transfers if both parties meet in person to conduct the transaction and if the transaction complies with the laws of both states.
February 1, 2021
03/22/2021
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
02/01/2021
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
02/01/2021
Introduced in House
Public Record
Record Updated
Jan 11, 2023 1:47:00 PM