H.R. 8 — 116th Congress
Bipartisan Background Checks Act of 2019
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Latest action
Mar 4, 2019Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 29.
CRS summary
As of Feb 27, 2019Passed House
Bipartisan Background Checks Act of 2019
This bill establishes new background check requirements for firearm transfers between private parties (i.e., unlicensed individuals).
Specifically, it prohibits a firearm transfer between private parties unless a licensed gun dealer, manufacturer, or importer first takes possession of the firearm to conduct a background check.
The prohibition does not apply to certain firearm transfers, such as a gift between spouses in good faith.
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Roll-call votes
4 on record| Date | Chamber | Question | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 27, 2019 | House | On Passage | Passed (240–190) |
| Feb 27, 2019 | House | On Motion to Recommit with Instructions | Passed (220–209) |
| Feb 27, 2019 | House | On Agreeing to the Amendment | Agreed to (310–119) |
| Feb 27, 2019 | House | On Agreeing to the Amendment | Failed (182–250) |
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