Mr. Chairman. I too believe that Congress must act quickly to address terrorist threats in order to keep Americans safe. Congress promptly acted in a bipartisan manner this week to strengthen glaring holes in our countrys Visa Waiver Program. However. we have done absolutely nothing to close an equally alarming loophole which allows suspected terrorists to purchase guns. Unlike felons. domestic abusers. and the adjudicated mentally ill. suspected terrorists can legally purchase firearms in the United States. I think that is worth repeating. Individuals who are suspected of being involved in terrorist activities by the FBI can legally purchase dangerous weaponsincluding militarystyle assault rifles and explosivesin this country.