Accidental Firearms Transfers Reporting Act of 2023

House Bill 60 - Accidental Firearms Transfers Reporting Act of 2023: Overview, Status, and Impact

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Explore the details of House Bill 60 Accidental Firearms Transfers Reporting Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Crime and Law Enforcement. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/15/2023, 3:53 PM

Congressional Summary of HR 60

Accidental Firearms Transfers Reporting Act of 2023

This bill requires the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) to report to Congress on the number of firearm transfers where (1) a licensed gun dealer submits a background check through the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS), (2) NICS fails to respond within three business days, and (3) the licensed gun dealer completes the transfer.

The FBI must also report on the procedures followed once the transferee is discovered to be ineligible.

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Current Status of Bill HR 60

Bill HR 60 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 9, 2023. Bill HR 60 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 9, 2023. Bill HR 60's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of January 9, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 60

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 60

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

Potential Impact Areas

- Congressional oversight

- Criminal justice information and records

- Firearms and explosives

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 60

Accidental Firearms Transfers Reporting Act of 2023

To require the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation to report to the Congress semiannually on the number of firearms transfers resulting from the failure to complete a background check within 3 business days, and the procedures followed after it is discovered that a firearm transfer has been made to a transferee who is ineligible to receive a firearm.