H.R. 8, the Bipartisan Background Checks Act

Vote Description

This legislation would require universal background checks for all firearm sales, including private sales, with specific exceptions. This is a misguided effort, as universal background checks would do little to prevent violence and would only make it more difficult for law-abiding citizens to purchase, own, carry, and use a firearm.

Heritage Action Position

Studies show that universal background checks are largely ineffective when it comes to pr

Source: Scorecard H75-2021 Key Vote | Heritage Action For America