H.R. 3406 (103rd): To amend title 18, United States Code, to clarify the scope of the Gun-Free School Zones Act of 1990 and to prohibit the possession of a handgun or handgun ammunition by, or the private transfer of a handgun or handgun ammunition to, a juvenile.

Introduced:
Oct 28, 1993 (103rd Congress, 1993–1994)
Sponsor:
Rep. Peter Hoagland [D-NE2]
Status:
Died (Referred to Committee)

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This bill was introduced on October 28, 1993, in a previous session of Congress, but was not enacted.

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Introduced Oct 28, 1993
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Last updated Oct 28, 1993.
4 pages

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10/28/1993--Introduced.
Amends the Gun-Free School Zones Act of 1990 to prohibit knowingly possessing a firearm which has been shipped or transported in interstate or foreign commerce (currently, a firearm) at a place that the individual knows, or has reasonable cause to believe, is a school zone. Prohibits the sale, delivery, or transfer to a juvenile of a handgun or ammunition suitable for use only in a handgun, except: (1) with the permission of a parent or legal guardian; (2) for target practice, hunting, or a course of instruction in the safe use of a handgun under the supervision of an adult who is not prohibited by Federal, State, or local law from possessing a firearm; and (3) in accordance with State and local law. Prohibits a juvenile from possessing a handgun or ammunition that is suitable for use only in a handgun, except during such activities and in accordance with State and local law. Sets penalties for violations of this Act.

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