Proposed
Bill · 119th Congress · S 2158
Stopping the Fraudulent Sale of Firearms Act
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Introduced 2025-06-24Topic: criminal justiceSummary
Summary by the Congressional Research ServiceStopping the Fraudulent Sale of Firearms Act This bill makes it unlawful to import, manufacture, or sell a firearm or ammunition by fraudulent means (e.g., false representations). Further, it makes it unlawful to transmit a wire, radio, or television communication in interstate or foreign commerce related to such a fraudulent importation, manufacture, or sale. A violator is subject to criminal penalties—a fine, a prison term of up to five years, or both.
Sponsors
- Alex Padilla Democrat sponsor
- 5 cosponsors
Action history
| Date | Chamber | Action | Status effect |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-06-24 | Senate | Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S3517-3518) | refer |
| 2025-06-24 | Introduced in Senate | introduce |