Extend the time allowed for federal background checks on firearm purchases.
One policy goal, tracked across every bill that has carried it.
What’s happening with Enhanced Background Checks Act of 2025?
The Enhanced Background Checks Act of 2025, known as H.R. 3868, has remained in the House Committee on the Judiciary since June 9, 2025. The House committee members must hold a vote to move the bill forward, but most legislation ends due to committee inaction rather than a formal vote. No action has occurred on this bill since June 9, 2025.
Updated July 9, 2026 · Generated by AI. Always verify with official sources.
Where it stands
Now carried by Enhanced Background Checks Act of 2025 (H.R. 3868 (119th)) →
Legislative Progress
No action since June 2025
How we got here
Every bill that has carried this goal, oldest first.
Died with Congress · Jan 3, 2025
Died when the 118th Congress ended without final passage. Bills must be reintroduced under a new number to be revived.
Reintroduced · Jan 3, 2025
Reintroduced from H.R. 2403 (118th), which died when its Congress ended.
H.R. 2403 (118th) →
Vehicles
Who’s behind it
James Clyburn (D-SC)Wrote and sponsored the current bill.