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National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) Data Integrity Act of 2021
12/30/2022, 3:04 AM
Summary of Bill HR 6281
Bill 117 HR 6281, also known as the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) Data Integrity Act of 2021, aims to improve the accuracy and completeness of the NICS database. The NICS database is used by licensed gun dealers to conduct background checks on potential buyers before selling them a firearm.
The bill requires federal agencies to submit relevant records to the NICS system in a timely manner, ensuring that individuals who are prohibited from purchasing firearms, such as those with a history of domestic violence or mental illness, are flagged during the background check process. This will help prevent individuals who pose a threat to public safety from obtaining firearms.
Additionally, the bill provides incentives for states to improve their reporting of records to the NICS system, such as grants to help cover the costs of recordkeeping and reporting. This will help ensure that the NICS database is as comprehensive and up-to-date as possible. Overall, the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) Data Integrity Act of 2021 aims to strengthen the background check system and enhance public safety by improving the accuracy and completeness of the NICS database.
The bill requires federal agencies to submit relevant records to the NICS system in a timely manner, ensuring that individuals who are prohibited from purchasing firearms, such as those with a history of domestic violence or mental illness, are flagged during the background check process. This will help prevent individuals who pose a threat to public safety from obtaining firearms.
Additionally, the bill provides incentives for states to improve their reporting of records to the NICS system, such as grants to help cover the costs of recordkeeping and reporting. This will help ensure that the NICS database is as comprehensive and up-to-date as possible. Overall, the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) Data Integrity Act of 2021 aims to strengthen the background check system and enhance public safety by improving the accuracy and completeness of the NICS database.
Congressional Summary of HR 6281
National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) Data Integrity Act of 2021
This bill modifies procedures for conducting firearms-related background checks through the national instant criminal background check system (NICS).
Specifically, the bill requires the NICS to retain records related to a firearms-related background check for as long as necessary to determine whether an individual is eligible to receive a firearm.
Additionally, the bill requires the NICS to query additional databases for relevant information, including the National Data Exchange, the Interstate Identification Index System, and the National Crime Information Center databases.
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Current Status of Bill HR 6281
Bill HR 6281 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 14, 2021. Bill HR 6281 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on December 14, 2021. Bill HR 6281's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security. as of November 1, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6281
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
8Democrat Cosponsors
8Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6281
Primary Policy Focus
Crime and Law EnforcementAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6281
National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) Data Integrity Act of 2021
National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) Data Integrity Act of 2021
To require the search and retention of certain records with respect to conducting criminal background checks, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 6281
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