The Equal Shot Act of 2025 prohibits the Small Business Administration (SBA) from discriminating against firearms industry applicants when they seek federal loans and other financial assistance. The bill defines "firearm entities" broadly to include manufacturers, distributors, retailers, and related businesses involved in firearms, ammunition, accessories, and firearms training operations. The legislation requires the SBA to treat these businesses the same as any other eligible applicant and bars the agency from adopting policies or practices that single out the firearms industry for unfavorable treatment in its lending and investment programs. The bill does not provide new funding or establish a specific timeline for implementation; rather, it serves as a legal constraint on how the SBA administers its existing loan and assistance programs under the Small Business Act. This legislation was introduced by a group of Senate Republicans in July 2025.
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