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Bill105th CongressFiled Mar 12, 1997Crime and Law Enforcement
S. 428

Child Safety Lock Act of 1997

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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (Mar 12, 1997)

Child Safety Lock Act of 1997 - Amends the Federal criminal code to define (firearm) "locking device."

Makes it unlawful for a licensed manufacturer, importer, or dealer to sell, deliver, or transfer a handgun without a locking device or a specified related warning, with exceptions for law enforcement and governmental entities.

Sets forth civil penalties (in addition to any administrative penalties) for related violations, including suspension or loss of license.

What just happenedMar 12, 1997

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.

Who’s behind it

Sen. Kohl, Herb [D-WI](D-WI)Sponsor
12 cosponsors11 D1 R
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  1. Mar 12, 1997IntroReferral

    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.

    Judiciary Committee
  2. Mar 12, 1997IntroReferralB00100

    Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S2208)

  3. Mar 12, 1997IntroReferral10000

    Introduced in Senate