H.R.141 - Gun Show Loophole Closing Act of 2013

To require criminal background checks on all firearms transactions occurring at gun shows. view all titles (2)

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  • Short: Gun Show Loophole Closing Act of 2013 as introduced.
  • Official: To require criminal background checks on all firearms transactions occurring at gun shows. as introduced.

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Carolyn McCarthy

D-NY

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  • Center for American Progress

Organizations Opposing H.R.141

  • Firearms Policy Coalition
  • National Rifle Association
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