Background Check Completion Act of 2023

The Background Check Completion Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 s 1116, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address issues related to background checks for firearm purchases.

Under current law, individuals who wish to purchase a firearm from a licensed dealer are required to undergo a background check to ensure they are not prohibited from owning a gun. However, there have been instances where the background check process has taken longer than expected, leading to delays in the purchase of firearms.

The Background Check Completion Act of 2023 aims to streamline the background check process by requiring the FBI to complete all background checks within 10 business days. If the background check is not completed within this timeframe, the individual seeking to purchase the firearm would have the option to request a review by the Attorney General. Additionally, the bill includes provisions to improve the reporting of mental health records to the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) to ensure that individuals with mental health issues are properly flagged during the background check process. Overall, the Background Check Completion Act of 2023 seeks to strengthen the background check system for firearm purchases and ensure that individuals who are prohibited from owning guns are not able to obtain them.