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Ban on Civilian Possession of Enhanced Body Armor

This bill aims to prohibit civilians from purchasing, owning, or possessing enhanced body armor. This means ordinary citizens will not be able to legally acquire or possess such equipment, impacting their personal safety and access to protective gear. Exceptions are made for law enforcement and armor lawfully possessed before the law takes effect.
Key points
Civilians will be prohibited from purchasing or possessing enhanced body armor.
The ban applies to armor, helmets, and shields meeting or exceeding Type III ballistic resistance.
Law enforcement officers (police, military, corrections) are exempt from this prohibition.
Individuals who lawfully possessed such armor before the law's effective date may keep it.
Violations can result in fines, up to 10 years imprisonment, or both.
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Print number: 117_HR_8118
Sponsor: Rep. Meng, Grace [D-NY-6]
Process start date: 2022-06-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Aaron Salter, Jr., Responsible Body Armor Possession Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8118.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-06-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Civilians will be prohibited from purchasing or possessing enhanced body armor.
  • The ban applies to armor, helmets, and shields meeting or exceeding Type III ballistic resistance.
  • Law enforcement officers (police, military, corrections) are exempt from this prohibition.
  • Individuals who lawfully possessed such armor before the law's effective date may keep it.
  • Violations can result in fines, up to 10 years imprisonment, or both.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Meng, Grace [D-NY-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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