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VIEWS FROM THE FEDERAL AGENCIES

ATF: This presentation will cover the history and background of the Gun Control Act of 1968. Topics included are the history of the congressional debate from 1963 until enactment in 1968, major changes in the statute following enactment, and an overview of the interstate controls and other major provisions of the GCA. ATF officials will also discuss recent case law under the GCA that may be of interest to law practitioners.  
 

FBI: The FBI Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Division's National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) Section will present a dynamic presentation and learning atmosphere for the exploration of how the NICS has evolved since its inception in November 1998. Join us in this informative and interactive session to gain insight, knowledge, and understanding of the NICS development, enhancements, and improvements in overall efficiency. Learn about the services provided to ensure the timely transfer of firearms to individuals who may legally purchase and possess such guns.

ATF ( Teresa Ficaretta, Deputy General Counsel, ATF; Audrey Stucko, Deputy Assistant Diurector, Enforcement Programs and Services; James Zamillo, Deputy Assistant Director (Field Operations)
* 1968 GCA provisions and pending cases *

FBI NICS ( Bobby P. Hamil, Jr., NICS Section Chief; Lisa A. Vincent, Unit Chief, Appeal and Liaison Services Unit, NICS)
* NICS history & current operations *