👉 The Weapon Amendments Act, also known as the "Gun Control Act of 1994," is a significant piece of legislation in the United States that aimed to strengthen and clarify existing gun control laws. It introduced several key amendments, including the prohibition of certain categories of individuals from owning firearms, such as convicted felons, domestic abusers, and those adjudicated as mentally ill. The Act also expanded background checks to cover private sales and transfers of firearms, ensuring that all gun purchases were subject to federal background checks. Additionally, it mandated the registration of firearms and prohibited the sale of firearms to minors. These amendments sought to enhance public safety by regulating gun ownership and improving the tracking of firearms in the United States.
