September 23rd, 2009 by B

Author: Paco Ayala

Licensing Requirements
It will be unlawful for an individual to possess a gun unless they have a firearm license from the Attorney General, or are a licensed importer, manufacturer, dealer, or collector of firearms.

Issuance of License
An application to the Attorney General for a gun license will include the following: a photo, current address, thumb print, certification stating the firearms will be stored safely, and a test on firearm storage, handling, use, and understanding of legal responsibilities of firearm laws. The license fee will be no more than $25, and will have a five year expiration date.

Sale or Transfer of Firearms
A firearm may not be sold or transferred unless an individual has a firearm license, a licensed dealer performs the transaction, a record of sale is captured, and the Attorney General receives a valid receipt of the transaction. The Attorney General will create and maintain a Federal Record of Sale System which will include every firearm transaction.

Inspections
During any business hours, the Attorney General may enter any place which sells firearms and inspect any products.

State Law
A State may not create any law which is inconsistent with this bill.

H.R. 45 was referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.

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