Overview
- Shifts firearm transfer background checks from a state point of contact to direct dealer use of the federal system.
Key provisions
- Removes the Department of State Police as the designated state point of contact for NICS.
- Directs gun dealers to obtain transfer authorization directly from the National Instant Criminal Background Check System.
- Changes the operational workflow for firearm transfers by dealers.
Penalties / enforcement
- No new criminal penalties described in the OLIS summary.
- Compliance is enforced through transfer authorization requirements.
Effective date / timeline
- Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.
Exceptions / carve-outs
- No specific exceptions noted in the OLIS summary.