HR 1706 · 103th Congress · Crime and Law Enforcement

Assault Weapons Prohibition Act of 1993

Introduced 1993-04-07· Sponsored by Rep. Mfume, Kweisi [D-MD-7]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: See H.R.4296.(1994-05-05)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Assault Weapons Prohibition Act of 1993 - Amends the Federal criminal code to prohibit the transfer or possession of an assault weapon, with exceptions. Authorizes the Secretary of the Treasury to recommend to the Congress that the definition of an assault weapon (as specified under this Act) be modified. Provides enhanced penalties for the use of an assault weapon during and in relation to any crime of violence or drug trafficking crime. Directs the Attorney General to: (1) investigate and study the effect of this Act on violent and drug-related crime; and (2) evaluate the recreational and other noncriminal uses of assault weapons.…

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Cosponsors (17)

17 Democrats