Restricting Military Weapon and Ammunition Sales to Civilian Market
This Act aims to limit the availability of dangerous military-grade weapons in the civilian market by prohibiting the Department of Defense (DoD) from selling certain assault weapons and ammunition types. It introduces strict licensing and operational requirements for firearm and ammunition dealers who wish to engage in business with the DoD, intending to curb illegal trafficking and enhance public safety. Citizens may experience these changes through stricter purchasing procedures for ammunition and firearms, potentially leading to a reduction in crime guns traced back to legal sources.
Key points
Prohibits the Department of Defense (DoD) from selling military-grade assault weapons and specific 'covered ammunition' (e.g., .223 Remington, 7.62 NATO) to the commercial marketplace.
Imposes strict new requirements on firearm and ammunition dealers wishing to sell to or procure from the DoD, including mandatory NICS background checks for all sales.
Limits the amount of ammunition a dealer can sell to a single purchaser within a 30-day period (500 rounds of 'covered ammunition,' 1000 rounds of other ammunition).
Requires dealers to implement remotely searchable electronic records for firearm inventory and ammunition sales, and mandates employee training on recognizing 'straw purchasers' and individuals exhibiting instability.
Authorizes licensed ammunition dealers to access and use the NICS background check system for ammunition purchases.
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