handgun

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First, Congress passed the Brady Handgun Violence Prevention Act in 1993, requiring a background check when someone buys a gun from a federally licensed dealer.

From Seattle Times • May 26, 2022

Manchin and Biden did speak on the phone throughout the process, with Biden sharing lessons he learned helping pass the Brady Handgun Violence Prevention Act in 1993 and the ban on assault weapons in 1994.

From Washington Post • May 22, 2022

Handgun purchases by buyers under 21 have long been banned in California.

From New York Times • May 11, 2022

Mark Payne, who teaches at Elite Handgun Academy in Dallas and has law enforcement experience, said the video taken during the church’s worship service showed skill and awareness among the church’s security team.

From Washington Times • Jan. 20, 2020

Mack came to national prominence in 1994, when, as sheriff, he sued the federal government over the Brady Handgun Violence Prevention Act of 1993, and won.

From Salon • Apr. 9, 2019