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Bill94th CongressFiled Jul 21, 1975Crime and Law Enforcement
S. 2151

A bill to amend chapter 44, title 18, United States Code, to prohibit possession of a handgun by certain persons.

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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (Jul 21, 1975)

Prohibits possession of a handgun by persons indicted for or convicted of a felony.

Provides for a term of imprisonment of one year without parole for a violation of this Act. (Amends 18 U.S.C. 922, 924)

What just happenedJul 21, 1975

Referred to Senate Committee on the Judiciary.

Who’s behind it

Sen. Bentsen, Lloyd M. [D-TX](D-TX)Sponsor
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  1. Jul 21, 1975IntroReferral

    Referred to Senate Committee on the Judiciary.

    Judiciary Committee
  2. Jul 21, 1975IntroReferral10000

    Introduced in Senate