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Stopping the Fraudulent Sale of Firearms Act
A bill to amend title 18, United States Code, to make fraudulent dealings in firearms and ammunition unlawful, and for other purposes.
- Introduced
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- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To President
- Became law
Summary
Stopping the Fraudulent Sale 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.
Summary by the Congressional Research Service, Library of Congress.
Actions
- Jun 24, 2025 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S3517-3518)
- Jun 24, 2025 Introduced in Senate
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