H.R. 715 · 118th Congress
Bipartisan Background Checks Act of 2023
- Stage
- In committee
- Sponsor
- Brian Fitzpatrick
- Introduced
- 2023-02-01
- Latest action
- 2023-02-01 · Introduced in House
Summary
Bipartisan Background Checks Act of 2023
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 or exchanges, such as a gift between spouses in good faith.