Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that amends the firearms background check process in Washington.

Highlights:

• Defines the “Washington State Patrol Firearms Background Check Program” (Sec. 1). 

• Specifies that when a person’s right to possess a firearm is revoked they shall be removed from the national instant criminal background check system (Sec. 2). 

• Specifies that sales transfer rules apply to firearm frames, firearm receivers, and semi-automatic rifles (Sec. 3).

• Specifies that the Washington State Patrol Firearms Background Check unit shall produce a report to the legislature about the average time between receipt of request for a background check and final decision (Sec. 7).

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