#gun owner background checks

UPDATE: Firearm Background Check Bill Approved, Sent to Governor

The bill expanding background checks for those bringing firearms into Hawaii passes the Legislature with four negative votes.

Hawaii Lawmakers to Take Up Background Check Bill Friday

While efforts to expand the checks failed today in the US Senate, the matter remains alive in the state Legislature.

Bill Removing Background Check Loophole Moving Through House

The Senate has already approved the measure that would require background checks for firearms imported from out of state.

Loophole on Gun Owner Background Checks Under Scrutiny

State lawmakers are considering a bill that would extend the background checks to those bringing in a firearm from out of state.