H.R.5092 - Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (BATFE) Modernization and Reform Act of 2006 Sponsor: Howard Coble / 109th Congress

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Title
109th Congress - To modernize and reform the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives.
Summary
This bill updates the federal criminal code regarding the nature of penalties for violations of laws governing the use of firearms. It states that the penalty imposed must be based on the nature and the severity of the violation, the size of the firearms business involved and the violators previous record. The law also limits civil penalties to the amount of $15,000. (by MAPLight.org)
Status
The bill was voted on in the House on September 26, 2006

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