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Oct 5, 2021 · A law that makes changes to federal firearms laws and supports mental health and school safety programs. It was introduced by Sen. Rubio in 2021 and became public law in 2022 after passing both chambers of Congress.
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06/25/2022 Signed by President. 06/24/2022 Presented to...
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S.2938 - Bipartisan Safer Communities Act 117th Congress...
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33. H.Amdt.211 — 117th Congress (2021-2022) Description:...
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Bipartisan Safer Communities Act. An act to make our communities safer. The Bipartisan Safer Communities Act is a United States federal law, passed during the 117th United States Congress. It implemented several changes to the mental health system, school safety programs, and gun control laws.
Apr 11, 2024 · The new rule expands firearm background checks to reduce gun crime and gun trafficking by closing loopholes for unlicensed sellers. It is part of the Biden-Harris strategy to stem the flow of illegally acquired firearms and hold accountable those who supply them.
May 14, 2023 · The White House fact sheet lists 13 new actions to reduce gun violence by maximizing the benefits of the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act (BSCA), which was enacted in March 2023. The actions include enhancing background checks, addressing domestic abuse, funding mental health and school safety, and expanding community violence interventions.
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Jun 22, 2022 · A bill introduced by a bipartisan group of senators to improve public safety and mental health services, and to address gun violence and straw purchasing. The bill expands Medicaid and school-based mental health programs, clarifies firearm prohibitions, and funds crisis intervention and red flag programs.
By passing the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, Congress will be taking meaningful action to save lives. This legislation would be one of the most significant steps Congress has taken to...
