To prohibit the importation, manufacture, sale, purchase, transfer, receipt, or transportation of handguns, in any manner affecting interstate or foreign commerce, except for or by members of the Armed Forces, law enforcement officials, and, as authorized by the Secretary of the Treasury, licensed importers, manufacturers, dealers, and pistol clubs.
Handgun Control Act of 1993 - Amends the Federal criminal code to make it unlawful to import, manufacture, sell, buy, transfer, receive, or transport any handgun.
Authorizes the Secretary of the Treasury to exempt from such prohibition such activities involving handguns by licensed importers, manufacturers, or dealers or licensed pistol clubs as required for the operation of such clubs, for the use of Federal or State agencies, or for curio, museum, or collection purposes.
Sets forth requirements for the licensing of pistol clubs. Prescribes civil and criminal penalties for violation of licensing and recordkeeping requirements.
Authorizes voluntary delivery of handguns to Federal, State, or local law enforcement agencies and provides for compensation to persons who establish proof of lawful acquisition and ownership.
Authorizes appropriations.
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Judiciary.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime and Criminal Justice.
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