State Firearms Dealer Licensing Enhancement Act

State Firearms Dealer Licensing Enhancement Act

This bill authorizes the Department of Justice to award grants to states and tribal governments for the development, implementation, improvement, or evaluation of firearms dealer licensing programs.

Bill 118 hr 1595, also known as the State Firearms Dealer Licensing Enhancement Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to enhance the licensing requirements for firearms dealers at the state level.

Under this bill, states would be required to establish a licensing system for firearms dealers that includes background checks, training requirements, and record-keeping provisions. This would help ensure that only qualified and responsible individuals are able to sell firearms in the state.

Additionally, the bill would require states to share information with the federal government on individuals who have been denied a firearms dealer license or had their license revoked. This would help prevent individuals who are prohibited from owning firearms from obtaining a dealer license. Overall, the State Firearms Dealer Licensing Enhancement Act aims to improve the regulation of firearms dealers at the state level in order to enhance public safety and prevent firearms from falling into the wrong hands.