Relating to requiring a national instant criminal background check in connection with private firearm transfers; creating a criminal offense.

HB 397 would require national instant criminal background checks for all private firearm transfers (such as sales between individuals at gun shows or online), directly affecting private sellers and buyers. The bill creates a new criminal offense for failing to conduct such checks. (Note: The full bill text is unavailable in the provided context, so specific mechanisms or exemptions cannot be detailed.) The bill was filed on November 12, 2024, and referred to the Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs committee on February 28, 2025.