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Keep Americans Safe Act

3/27/2025, 1:53 AM

Summary of Bill S 803

Bill 119 s 803, also known as the Large Capacity Ammunition Feeding Device Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The bill aims to regulate the sale and possession of large capacity ammunition feeding devices, such as magazines that can hold more than 10 rounds of ammunition.

If passed, the bill would prohibit the transfer, importation, or possession of large capacity ammunition feeding devices, with certain exceptions for law enforcement, military, and licensed dealers. It would also require individuals who currently own such devices to dispose of them within a specified period of time.

Supporters of the bill argue that regulating large capacity ammunition feeding devices can help prevent mass shootings and reduce gun violence. They believe that limiting the number of rounds a shooter can fire without reloading can save lives in the event of a mass shooting. Opponents of the bill, on the other hand, argue that it infringes on the Second Amendment rights of law-abiding gun owners. They believe that restricting access to large capacity magazines will not effectively prevent gun violence and may only serve to inconvenience responsible gun owners. Overall, Bill 119 s 803 is a controversial piece of legislation that has sparked debate among lawmakers and the public. Its fate in Congress remains uncertain as it continues to be discussed and debated.

Congressional Summary of S 803

Keep Americans Safe Act

This bill establishes a new criminal offense for the import, sale, manufacture, transfer, or possession of a large capacity ammunition feeding device (LCAFD).

The bill does not prohibit certain conduct with respect to an LCAFD, including the following:

  • importation, sale, manufacture, transfer, or possession related to certain law enforcement efforts, or authorized tests or experiments;
  • importation, sale, transfer, or possession related to securing nuclear materials; and
  • possession by a retired law enforcement officer.

The bill permits continued possession of, but prohibits sale or transfer of, a grandfathered LCAFD.

Newly manufactured LCAFDs must display serial number identification and the date of manufacture.

Additionally, the bill allows a state or local government to use Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program funds to compensate individuals who surrender an LCAFD under a buy-back program.

Current Status of Bill S 803

Bill S 803 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 27, 2025. Bill S 803 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on February 27, 2025.  Bill S 803's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. as of February 27, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 803

Total Number of Sponsors
2
Democrat Sponsors
2
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
21
Democrat Cosponsors
19
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
2

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 803

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 803

A bill to regulate large capacity ammunition feeding devices.
A bill to regulate large capacity ammunition feeding devices.

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