The _________________  was approved by Congress in November…

The _________________  was approved by Congress in November of 1993 and was then signed into law by President Clinton later in the month.  The act required  a waiting period of five state government business days at the time an individual applies to purchase a handgun from a federal firearm license.  During the five day wait, the local sheriff or police chief must “make a reasonable effort” to see if the purchaser is prohibited from owning a handgun.  The police official may approve the sale before the five day period only if the record check has been completed or if he believes the purchaser needs a handgun immediately to protect himself or his family.