Notify ICE Act
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (8 Apr 2019): Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
What this bill does
The proposed bill, H.R. 1397, known as the "Notify ICE Act," would require the national instant criminal background check system to inform U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) when a firearm transfer is denied because the individual attempting to acquire the firearm is in the United States illegally or unlawfully.
This bill specifically affects individuals whose firearm purchases are denied due to their immigration status. The Attorney General would be responsible for sending reports to ICE detailing these denials. The bill does not specify any direct effects on licensed firearm dealers beyond the reporting requirement.
H.R. 1397 was introduced in the House of Representatives in February 2019 during the 116th Congress. It was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. According to the provided information, the bill did not advance beyond its introduction and was not voted on in that session of Congress.
Plain-English summary generated by Bill100 AI from the official record. Always verify against the source below.
Official summary
Notify ICE Act
This bill requires the national instant criminal background check system to report to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement on the individuals determined to be ineligible to receive a firearm due to their illegal or unlawful presence in the United States.
Timeline
8 Apr 2019
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 1397 do?
- The proposed bill, H.R. 1397, known as the "Notify ICE Act," would require the national instant criminal background check system to inform U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) when a firearm transfer is denied because the individual attempting to acquire the firearm is in the United States illegally or unlawfully. This bill specifically affects individuals whose firearm purchases are denied due to their immigration status. The Attorney General would be responsible for sending reports to ICE detailing these denials. The bill does not specify any direct effects on licensed firearm dealers beyond the reporting requirement. H.R. 1397 was introduced in the House of Representatives in February 2019 during the 116th Congress. It was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. According to the provided information, the bill did not advance beyond its introduction and was not voted on in that session of Congress.
- Has H.R. 1397 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 1397. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 1397?
- H.R. 1397 was sponsored by Rep. Cline, Ben [R-VA-6] (R-VA), with 20 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 1397?
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security. (8 Apr 2019).
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