Before you get all applausey about the whole gun law thing…

The deal, which could face a vote in the Senate as early as Thursday, would end the so-called "gun show loophole" and force federal background checks on arms sales that take place outside of gun shops, including at large gun shows and through online retail outlets previously exempt from the practice.

However, the law would not include person-to-person individual sales, and also loosens existing restrictions on bring firearms across state lines. 

Common Dreams