HR 4688
Cool off act
Jurisdiction
US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 3:59 AM
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Bill overview
This bill, officially known as the Choosing Our Own Lives Over Fast Firearms Act or the COOL OFF Act, proposes a three-day waiting period before an unlicensed individual can receive a handgun. The law would require a licensed firearms dealer to conduct a background check before a transfer can occur, and then prohibit an unlicensed person from receiving a handgun unless at least three business days have passed since the initial background check request. Violations of these provisions could result in fines and potential prison sentences. This legislation aims to provide a cooling-off period to reduce gun violence.
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