Bill would extend background checks to ammunition sales
In committeeH.R. 7564Latest action
Sponsor: Debbie Wasserman Schultz · Representative · FL
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Official title: Jaime’s Law
119th Congress
Topics: Crime & justice
Introduced:
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HR 7564 would require a background check before any private sale or gift of ammunition, using the same system as gun purchases.
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What does this do?
This bill would extend background checks to ammunition purchases, including private sales between individuals. The check would be run by a licensed gun dealer, importer, or manufacturer. Some transfers are exempt, such as loans at shooting ranges, transfers between family members, situations to prevent immediate harm, and certain hunting and fishing uses.
Who does it affect?
Anyone who buys or sells ammunition privately would need to follow the new process. Licensed gun dealers would take on the responsibility of running the checks.
Why does it matter?
People prohibited by federal or state law from having ammunition, such as those with felony convictions, could not complete a purchase. The bill states that it does not create a national ammunition registry.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedFeb 12, 2026
- House committeeYou are here · Feb 12, 2026
- House vote
- Senate
- The president's desk
Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the president.
Latest action: — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.