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AI-PoweredThis bill would make changes to how background checks are done when someone tries to buy a gun. It would require a background check for almost all gun sales, including those between private citizens. The bill also says that if a background check takes longer than three business days, the gun seller must wait at least ten business days before selling the gun, or until the check is finished. This is meant to ensure more thorough checks are completed before a firearm can be transferred.
For everyday Americans, this bill would mean that nearly all gun purchases, including those from a friend or online, would require a federal background check. This could make it harder and take longer to buy a firearm, even for law-abiding citizens, as they would need to go through a licensed dealer. People who want to sell a gun privately would also need to involve a licensed dealer for the background check process. There are no direct cuts or expansions to public programs mentioned in this bill, but it could affect the convenience and process of firearm ownership for many.