Gun Background Checks Soared During Pandemic

In March, the FBI processed a record 4.7 million gun background checks. While 90% are determined immediately, delays occur when information is incomplete. If unresolved in three days, sales may proceed. In 2019, nearly 3000 prohibited buyers obtained guns due to expired waiting periods. The ATF retrieves such firearms. A House bill proposes extending the approval window to 20 days, pending Senate action. During the pandemic, gun check requests surged, with the FBI increasing staff and overtime to manage demand.

What legislative change is being proposed regarding the approval window for background checks?

How did the number of applications processed by Nix in 2020 compare to the previous year?