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New Ammunition Sales Rules: Limits, Recordkeeping, and Background Checks.

This act introduces new rules for ammunition purchases, aiming to enhance public safety. Citizens will face identity verification and background checks when buying ammunition, along with quantity limits. Sellers will be required to maintain more detailed records and report transactions, which may affect the availability and process of purchasing ammunition.
Key points
Quantity Limits: No more than 1,000 rounds of most ammunition (or 100 rounds of .50 caliber) can be purchased within a 5-day period.
Identity and Background Checks: Valid identification and a criminal background check will be required before purchasing ammunition.
Transaction Recordkeeping: Sellers must record buyer information and report transactions to the Attorney General.
Prohibition on Straw Purchases: It is illegal to buy ammunition for someone who is prohibited from owning it.
Penalties for Violations: Significant fines and license revocations for sellers, and imprisonment for buyers, are introduced for non-compliance.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_6172
Sponsor: Rep. Garcia, Robert [D-CA-42]
Process start date: 2023-11-02