June 25, 2022legislationlaw enforcementhealthgun controlbipartisan
Biden signs Bipartisan Safer Communities Act gun safety legislation
President Biden signs the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, the most significant federal gun safety legislation in nearly 30 years. The bill includes enhanced background checks for gun buyers under 21, funding for state red flag laws, and provisions to address gun trafficking. It also invests in mental health services and school safety. The legislation passes with bipartisan support after negotiations led by Senator Chris Murphy.