Sentence examples for extended background from inspiring English sources

There was the technical matter of how a compromise that would have extended background checks for prospective gun buyers could have failed even if a majority of senators vote in favor of it, and about ninety per cent of Americans support it.

Eighteen states and D.C. have extended background check requirements beyond federal law.

Extending background checks to unlicensed sellers shouldn't be cause for alarm.

Lawmakers may defy Mr. LaPierre by extending background checks on some gun purchases, which the N.R.A. opposes.

The new law goes beyond what is required under federal law, extending background checks to private firearm sales and transfers in Washington state.

Most resources this election cycle are being channelled into a ballot initiative in Washington state that would would extend background checks to all private sales.

He would not comment on whether he would allow a House vote on any legislation approved in the Senate, including the bipartisan proposal to extend background checks.

Today, Senators Manchin and Toomey have forged a bipartisan compromise agreement to extend background checks to cover commercial gun sales, including online and at gun shows.

He also praised Connecticut's lawmakers and governors for approving new state gun measures last week that included extending background checks and limiting the size of high-capacity magazines.

ROBERT CHECCHIO Dunellen, N.J., April 11 , 2013To the Editor: The Senate may be on the verge of extending background checks, but that alone may not be enough.

Chester said the bill extending background checks fulfilled an election commitment to ensure that people with a relevant criminal history can never receive a security clearance to work at Australian airports and seaports.