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HRES 1137

Recognizing the 100th anniversary of the creation of the Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers' Institute, Inc., and commending its work establishing industry standards that ensure the safe interoperability of firearms and ammunition

In Committeegun policy

Progress

Timeline

  • Mar 25Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Summary

**What it does:** This is a House resolution that officially recognizes and celebrates the 100th anniversary of the Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers' Institute (SAAMI), a trade organization founded in 1926. **Who it affects:** - SAAMI and its member companies in the firearms and ammunition industry - Gun manufacturers, ammunition makers, and related businesses - Gun owners and users who benefit from industry safety standards **What would change:** Nothing would change in practical terms. This is a ceremonial resolution that expresses Congress's recognition and appreciation for SAAMI's century of work creating technical standards for firearms and ammunition safety and compatibility. The resolution commends the organization's role in establishing industry standards that help ensure guns and ammunition work together safely. The resolution is currently in committee and has no binding legal effect - it's essentially an official congratulatory statement from Congress.

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