Explanation of H.R. 8 in Layman's Terms:
This bill, known as the 'Bipartisan Background Checks Act of 2019,' aims to ensure that individuals who are not allowed to possess firearms are not able to obtain them. It requires a background check for every firearm sale, making it illegal for someone who is not a licensed importer, manufacturer, or dealer to transfer a firearm to another person who is not licensed.
The bill specifies some exceptions to this rule, such as transfers between family members or in cases of imminent harm. It also gives authority to the Attorney General to implement regulations related to background checks and firearm transfers.
Overall, the bill is intended to improve the current background check system in the United States and prevent firearms from ending up in the wrong hands.