Jaime's Law would require background checks for ammunition purchases by extending federal gun regulations to cover ammunition transfers. The bill would prohibit unlicensed individuals from transferring ammunition to other unlicensed persons unless a licensed firearms dealer first takes possession and conducts a background check to ensure the buyer is legally allowed to purchase ammunition. The legislation includes exceptions for law enforcement, military personnel, family members, emergency situations, and supervised activities like target shooting and hunting. The bill would become effective 180 days after enactment and explicitly prohibits the creation of a national ammunition registry while allowing states to pass their own similar laws.
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