The attacker in Midland failed a background check in 2014 when he attempted to purchase a gun that he was not legally allowed to own.https://www.cnn.com/2019/09/03/us/west-texas-shooter-gun/index.html …
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This is exactly why the NICS Denial Notification Act matters. My bill alerts state law enforcement of background check denials so that state authorities can investigate and keep an eye on those prohibited individuals for signs of future criminal activity.
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By strengthening law enforcement partnerships, we can better enforce our gun laws and add another layer of protection to ensure firearms stay out of the wrong hands. Had this law been in place, there's a chance that this shooting could have been prevented.https://quigley.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/quigley-introduces-nics-denial-notification-act …
