HR 18 · 119th Congress · Crime and Law Enforcement

Bipartisan Background Checks Act of 2025

Introduced 2025-06-10· Sponsored by Rep. Thompson, Mike [D-CA-4]· 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: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.(2025-06-10)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] 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