for FFLs requiring them to do NICS checks for anyone who asks in a timely manner for a low statutory fee, say $20? As it is now, FFLs have access to a system which is free to them and a fair number aren't interested in doing private sale transfers, or they charge too much (it takes 10 or 15 minutes and a phone call...there is no excuse for charging $40 or 60 for access to a government data base IMO), or they put them off until the person just goes away.
The FBI knows almost instantly when an NICS check results in denial. If the denial is because the person is a felon or because of a domestic violence restraining order, why isn't there someone on the attempted buyer's stoop before the sun goes down?
"Penalize states that fail to provide records to NICS" I agree, however there is a states rights problem with enforcement of "unfunded mandates".
"Inspect dealer inventory for stolen guns" This could be simply accomplished by requiring FFL dealers to call an NCIC operator with the serial number prior to or shortly after purchase of any used gun..
"Form a joint task force with ATF and the FBI to investigate Internet-facilitated gun crimes", I don't know what "Internet-facilitated gun crimes" they are talking about. The only internet sales which don't require a bg check are intrastate sales from localized classified ads, all others require checks. I have never seen or heard of a forum "for sale" or internet auction private seller who wasn't completely compliant...and all FFLs who sell on the internet have to conduct checks or transfer to another FFL. I think the internet deal is a effort wasting red herring floated by people who don't understand the existing system, or they do understand it and wish to confuse people who don't as has happened numerous times by gun control advocates..
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