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AMMO Act
12/15/2023, 4:09 PM
Summary of Bill S 3223
The AMMO Act, also known as Bill 118 s 3223, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address concerns regarding the availability and cost of ammunition for firearms.
The main provisions of the AMMO Act include requiring the Department of Defense to sell surplus ammunition to the public at fair market value. This is intended to increase the supply of ammunition and help lower prices for consumers. Additionally, the bill aims to streamline the process for importing ammunition into the United States, making it easier for manufacturers to bring ammunition into the country.
Supporters of the AMMO Act argue that it will help ensure that law-abiding citizens have access to affordable ammunition for self-defense and recreational purposes. They also believe that increasing the supply of ammunition will help combat illegal trafficking and black market sales. Opponents of the bill have raised concerns about potential safety risks associated with making ammunition more readily available. They also argue that the bill could lead to an increase in gun violence and accidents. Overall, the AMMO Act is a controversial piece of legislation that seeks to address issues related to the availability and cost of ammunition in the United States. It is currently being debated in Congress, and its fate remains uncertain.
The main provisions of the AMMO Act include requiring the Department of Defense to sell surplus ammunition to the public at fair market value. This is intended to increase the supply of ammunition and help lower prices for consumers. Additionally, the bill aims to streamline the process for importing ammunition into the United States, making it easier for manufacturers to bring ammunition into the country.
Supporters of the AMMO Act argue that it will help ensure that law-abiding citizens have access to affordable ammunition for self-defense and recreational purposes. They also believe that increasing the supply of ammunition will help combat illegal trafficking and black market sales. Opponents of the bill have raised concerns about potential safety risks associated with making ammunition more readily available. They also argue that the bill could lead to an increase in gun violence and accidents. Overall, the AMMO Act is a controversial piece of legislation that seeks to address issues related to the availability and cost of ammunition in the United States. It is currently being debated in Congress, and its fate remains uncertain.
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Current Status of Bill S 3223
Bill S 3223 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 2, 2023. Bill S 3223 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on November 2, 2023. Bill S 3223's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. as of November 2, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3223
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
4Democrat Cosponsors
4Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3223
Primary Policy Focus
Crime and Law EnforcementAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 3223
AMMO Act
AMMO Act
Ammunition Modernization and Monitoring Oversight Act
A bill to amend title 18, United States Code, to prevent bulk sales of ammunition, promote recordkeeping and reporting about ammunition, end ammunition straw purchasing, and require a background check before the transfer of ammunition by certain Federal firearms licensees to non-licensees.
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