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H.R. 6257:

110th Congress This is a bill in the U.S. Congress originating in the House of Representatives ("H.R."). A bill must be passed by both the House and Senate and then be signed by the President before it becomes law.

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2007-2008

Assault Weapons Ban Reauthorization Act of 2008
To reinstate the Public Safety and Recreational Firearms Use Protection Act.

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GovTrack.us. H.R. 6257--110th Congress (2008): Assault Weapons Ban Reauthorization Act of 2008, GovTrack.us (database of federal legislation) (accessed Jan 1, 2009)
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