H.R. 3868 · 119th Congress · 2025–2026
Enhanced Background Checks Act of 2025
H.R. 3868 in the 119th Congress (2025–2026) was introduced on Jun 10, 2025, sponsored by James E. Clyburn with 136 co-sponsors.
During the 119th Congress (2025–2026), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Jun 10, 2025
- Co-sponsors
- 136
- Policy area
- Crime and Law Enforcement
What it does
Enhanced Background Checks Act of 2025 This bill establishes more stringent background check requirements for proposed firearm transfers from a federal firearms licensee (e.g., a licensed gun dealer) to an unlicensed person.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
James E. Clyburn (D-SC). Co-sponsors: 136 Democrats.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJun 10, 2025
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. (Jun 10, 2025)
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Committees
- Judiciary Committee
More
From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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