H.R.8 (Bipartisan Background Checks Act)

H.R.8, the Bipartisan Background Checks Act, is legislation aimed at strengthening background checks for gun purchases in the United States. It requires that all individuals buying firearms, including from private sellers at gun shows or online, undergo a background check. The goal is to ensure that dangerous individuals—such as those with felony convictions or serious mental health issues—do not obtain guns. This measure seeks to promote public safety and reduce gun violence while fostering a bipartisan approach to gun control, balancing rights with responsibility.