hold on there's just too much going on in Congress lmao...
Bans online ammo sales, requires dealer licenses, reports bulk purchases.
Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ) and 19 cosponsors.
Introduced in the House, referred to committee.
This bill, called the Stop Online Ammunition Sales Act of 2026, aims to regulate how ammunition is bought and sold. It would make all ammunition purchases require a face-to-face transaction, meaning no more online or mail-order sales. It also requires anyone selling ammunition to be federally licensed and mandates reporting of bulk ammunition sales (over 1,000 rounds) to law enforcement. The bill was introduced by Representative Bonnie Watson Coleman, a Democrat from New Jersey, along with 19 other members, and has been sent to the House Judiciary Committee for review.
Introduced Jan 20, 2026
This bill is currently in the 'Introduced' stage in the House of Representatives, as of January 20, 2026. It has been referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary for consideration. For it to become law, it must pass through this committee, be approved by a vote in the full House, then go through a similar process in the Senate, and finally be signed by the President.
If this bill becomes law, buying ammunition would change significantly. You would no longer be able to purchase ammunition through online retailers or by mail; all sales would need to happen in person. When buying ammunition, you would be required to present a valid photo identification document to verify your identity. Additionally, if you or anyone else purchases more than 1,000 rounds of ammunition within a five-day period, the dealer would have to report that transaction to state and local law enforcement agencies.
Supporters Say
Supporters argue these measures will reduce gun violence by making it harder for dangerous individuals to acquire large quantities of ammunition undetected.
Critics Say
Critics likely believe this bill infringes on the Second Amendment rights of law-abiding citizens and places undue burdens on ammunition purchasers and dealers.
Those in favor of the bill would likely highlight public safety benefits, asserting that face-to-face sales and reporting requirements could help prevent ammunition from falling into the wrong hands or being used in mass violence. They might point to the potential for online sales to bypass scrutiny. Opponents would likely argue that these restrictions burden law-abiding gun owners, especially those in rural areas or with limited access to physical stores, and do not effectively deter criminals who obtain ammunition through illegal channels.