The Senators Reached A Bipartisan Agreement On Arms Security
The deal, signed by 10 Republicans and 10 Democrats and ratified by President Biden and top Democrats, includes enhanced background checks to give authorities time to review the minor and mental health records of any potential under-21 buyer and a a provision that will extend, for the first time, to dating companions a bar for domestic criminals who have weapons. It will also provide funding to states to enforce so-called red flag laws that allow authorities to temporarily seize firearms from people considered dangerous, as well as money for mental health resources and to strengthen school safety and mental health services....