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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS

Senate BillS 2191Crime and Law Enforcement

AMMO Act

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Voters should care about this bill because it aims to reduce gun violence by making it harder for individuals who shouldn't have ammunition to acquire it, and by tracking large purchases that could be used in mass shootings. Currently, ammunition sales are less regulated than firearm sales, creating what some see as a loophole for individuals attempting to bypass existing gun laws. If this bill becomes law, it would significantly increase the oversight of ammunition transactions, potentially making it more difficult for criminals or those intending harm to stockpile large quantities of ammunition undetected.

Without this bill, the current system of ammunition sales would largely remain unchanged, with fewer federal licensing requirements, less recordkeeping, and no federal limits on bulk purchases. This could mean continued challenges for law enforcement in tracing ammunition used in crimes and preventing large-scale acquisitions by dangerous individuals. The bill's passage would represent a shift towards more comprehensive federal regulation of both firearms and the ammunition they use, with real-world impacts on both gun owners and public safety.

KEY PROVISIONS

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PROVISION 01

Requires a federal license for anyone dealing in ammunition and mandates that these licensees keep detailed records of all ammunition sales.

This provision creates a federal oversight system for ammunition sales, similar to firearms, making it easier to track ammunition and potentially deter illegal acquisition.

PROVISION 02

Prohibits the 'straw purchasing' of ammunition, meaning it's illegal to buy ammunition for someone else who is not legally allowed to possess it.

This closes a loophole, making it harder for prohibited individuals to obtain ammunition indirectly through others.

PROVISION 03

Establishes a limit on bulk ammunition sales, restricting individuals from buying more than 100 rounds of .50 caliber or 1,000 rounds of other ammunition calibers within a 5-day period from a licensed dealer.

This directly targets the ability to rapidly acquire large quantities of ammunition, which could be relevant in preventing mass casualty events.

PROVISION 04

Requires buyers to present valid identification and complete a written certification form for ammunition purchases that are reported to the Attorney General.

This provision helps enforce bulk sale limits and creates a paper trail for large ammunition purchases, aiding in the investigation of illegal activity.

PROVISION 05

Establishes significant penalties for licensed sellers who violate the new ammunition sales rules, including large fines, sales prohibitions, and license revocation.

These penalties provide strong incentives for licensed dealers to strictly adhere to the new regulations.

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JUN 26

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Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

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BILL INFO

TypeSenate Bill

NumberS 2191

Congress119th

StatusIn Committee

IntroducedJun 26, 2025

Last actionJun 26, 2025

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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · JUDICIARY COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JUN 26, 2025

Senate BillS 2191Crime and Law Enforcement

AMMO Act

INTRODUCED JUN 26, 2025· LAST ACTION JUN 26, 2025

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Passed House
Conference
To President
Became Law

WHAT THE BILL DOES

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KEY PROVISIONS

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Requires a federal license for anyone dealing in ammunition and mandates that these licensees keep detailed records of all ammunition sales.

This provision creates a federal oversight system for ammunition sales, similar to firearms, making it easier to track ammunition and potentially deter illegal acquisition.

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Prohibits the 'straw purchasing' of ammunition, meaning it's illegal to buy ammunition for someone else who is not legally allowed to possess it.

This closes a loophole, making it harder for prohibited individuals to obtain ammunition indirectly through others.

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This directly targets the ability to rapidly acquire large quantities of ammunition, which could be relevant in preventing mass casualty events.

high

Requires buyers to present valid identification and complete a written certification form for ammunition purchases that are reported to the Attorney General.

This provision helps enforce bulk sale limits and creates a paper trail for large ammunition purchases, aiding in the investigation of illegal activity.

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Establishes significant penalties for licensed sellers who violate the new ammunition sales rules, including large fines, sales prohibitions, and license revocation.

These penalties provide strong incentives for licensed dealers to strictly adhere to the new regulations.

DEADLINES & DATES

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Not later than 30 days after the date of transfer

Licensees must transmit a paper or electronic copy of the completed ammunition purchase form to the Attorney General.

Not later than 60 days after receipt of a form

The Attorney General must destroy the transmitted form unless it is needed for an ongoing bona fide criminal investigation or prosecution.

For not fewer than 2 years

Licensees must keep the completed ammunition purchase form in paper or electronic form.

PENALTIES & ENFORCEMENT

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TYPE	AMOUNT	WHO
civil/administrative	Fined not less than $50,000 and not more than $250,000 (1st violation); prohibited from selling a firearm or ammunition for 60 days (2nd violation); all licenses revoked (3rd violation)	A person licensed under this chapter who knowingly violates bulk sale limits or identification/form requirements (Section 922(aa)(1) or (2)(A))
criminal	Fined not more than $20,000 (1st violation) or $50,000 (subsequent violation); imprisoned not more than 5 years; or both	Any person who knowingly makes any false or fictitious statement or furnishes false identification in connection with an ammunition purchase (Section 922(aa)(2)(B))
administrative	Fined not more than $10,000	A person licensed under this chapter who knowingly violates the requirement to transmit forms to the Attorney General or keep records (Section 922(aa)(2)(C)(i) or (D))

GLOSSARY

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Federal firearms licensee (FFL): A person or company that holds a license from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) to engage in the business of manufacturing, importing, or selling firearms.
Straw purchasing: The illegal act of buying a product, such as a firearm or ammunition, for someone else who is legally prohibited from purchasing it or who wishes to conceal their identity.
.50 caliber ammunition: A specific, large-bore type of ammunition, often associated with powerful rifles and machine guns.
Transferee/Transferor: In a sale, the 'transferee' is the person receiving the item (the buyer), and the 'transferor' is the person giving the item (the seller).
Bulk sale: The sale of a large quantity of a product, in this case, ammunition, in a single transaction or within a short period.
Attorney General: The head of the U.S. Department of Justice, responsible for federal law enforcement and legal affairs.
Title 18, United States Code: The section of federal law that deals with crimes and criminal procedure in the United States.

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