ATF Ammo Ban Call to Action (My Sample Letter) - TheFireArmGuy

Published on February 18, 2015
Duration: 2:19

This video serves as a call to action for Americans to contact the ATF regarding a proposed ban on M855 and SS109 'green tip' 5.56 ammunition. The ATF's rationale is that this ammunition is armor-piercing and poses a danger to law enforcement when fired from AR pistols. The speaker argues this ammunition is primarily used for hunting and sporting, and the ban would infringe upon Second Amendment rights without enhancing officer safety. The video encourages viewers to submit emails, mail, or faxes to the ATF by March 16th, providing a sample letter for reference.

Quick Summary

The ATF is proposing a ban on M855 and SS109 'green tip' 5.56 ammunition, citing it as armor-piercing and a danger to law enforcement when fired from AR pistols. Critics argue this ammunition is primarily for sporting use and the ban infringes on Second Amendment rights. The deadline to contact the ATF is March 16th.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Call to Action
  2. 00:09Proposed ATF Ban on Green Tip Ammunition
  3. 00:17ATF's Rationale for the Ban
  4. 00:24AR Pistols and Ammunition Classification
  5. 00:30Ammunition for Hunting and Sporting
  6. 00:39Expert Breakdown of the Issue
  7. 00:47How to Get Involved
  8. 00:54ATF Contact Methods and Deadline
  9. 01:03Sample Letter to the ATF
  10. 01:13Content of the Sample Letter
  11. 01:46Signing Your Letter
  12. 01:51Information in the Description Box
  13. 02:00Importance of Making Voices Heard
  14. 02:07Final Call to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

What ammunition is the ATF proposing to ban?

The ATF is proposing a ban on M855 and SS109, commonly known as 'green tip' 5.56 ammunition. This type of ammunition is often used in AR-style firearms and is the subject of a potential regulatory action by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.

What is the ATF's reason for banning green tip 5.56 ammunition?

The ATF's stated reason for the proposed ban is that M855 and SS109 ammunition is considered armor-piercing. They argue this poses a greater danger to law enforcement, particularly when fired from AR pistols, which are classified as handguns.

What is the deadline to contact the ATF about the ammunition ban?

The deadline for submitting comments, emails, or faxes to the ATF regarding the proposed ban on M855 and SS109 ammunition is March 16th. It is crucial for concerned citizens to make their voices heard before this date.

How can individuals express their opposition to the ATF's proposed ammo ban?

Individuals can express their opposition by sending emails, regular mail, or faxes directly to the ATF. The video provides a sample letter that can be copied, pasted, or adapted to communicate concerns about the ban.

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