HR 18 · 119th Congress · Crime and Law Enforcement
Bipartisan Background Checks Act of 2025
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Introduced2
Committee3
House Vote4
Senate5
EnactedLatest: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.(2025-06-10)
Plain Language Summary
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Bipartisan Background Checks Act of 2025 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.…
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Cosponsors (20)
19 Democrats1 Republican