Stopping the Fraudulent Sales of Firearms Act
Summary
Stopping the Fraudulent Sales of Firearms Act This bill makes it unlawful to import, manufacture, or sell a firearm or ammunition by fraudulent means (e.g., false representations). Further, it makes it unlawful to transmit a wire, radio, or television communication in interstate or foreign commerce related to such a fraudulent importation, manufacture, or sale. A violator is subject to criminal penalties—a fine, a prison term of up to five years, or both.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2022
Committee Review
Floor Vote
President
Introduced Mar 8, 2022
Last action Nov 1, 2022
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Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
3
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Committee
2
Nov 1, 2022
House · Referred to committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
Mar 8, 2022
House · Referred to committee
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Mar 8, 2022
House · Introduced
Introduced in House
1 primary · 3 co-sponsors
Sponsors
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