Federal Firearm Licensing Act
In committee: it can still change before the session ends.
- Stage
- In committee
- Started in
- Senate
- Sponsors
- 8
- Latest action
- Dec 17, 2025
What it does
The Federal Firearm Licensing Act would require individuals to obtain a federal license before purchasing, receiving, or possessing a firearm, with eligibility contingent on completing firearms safety training, passing a background investigation, submitting fingerprints and proof of identity, and providing details about the intended firearm and seller. Licenses would be valid for five years but limited to a single firearm purchase within 30 days of issuance, and the Attorney General could deny or revoke licenses if the applicant poses a significant danger of bodily injury or violates federal or state firearm laws. The bill also mandates point-of-sale background checks for private transfers,…
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Where it stands
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Where it goes next
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