Breaking News - ATF Shelves Ammo Ban - TheFireArmGuy

Published on March 11, 2015
Duration: 3:24

The ATF has temporarily shelved its proposal to ban M855 and SS109 ammunition, citing over 880,000 public comments received. While this is a temporary reprieve, the proposal is not dropped and remains active. The speaker emphasizes the need for continued vigilance and public engagement to ensure the ban is permanently rejected, highlighting opposition from law enforcement and members of Congress.

Quick Summary

The ATF has temporarily shelved its proposal to ban M855 and SS109 ammunition due to an overwhelming public response of over 880,000 comments. While this is a positive development, the proposal has not been dropped and remains active, requiring continued vigilance from the public.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Breaking News: ATF Shelves Ammo Ban
  2. 00:12Reason: Over 880,000 Public Comments
  3. 00:21Shelved, Not Dropped: The Fight Continues
  4. 00:40Call to Action: Submit Your Comments
  5. 01:05Thanks to Law Enforcement and Congress
  6. 01:13No Cases of Armor-Piercing Ammo Injuring Officers
  7. 01:30Congressional Opposition to the Ban
  8. 01:49Stay Vigilant: The Battle Isn't Over
  9. 02:26Appreciation for Public Engagement
  10. 02:55Keep the Pressure On
  11. 03:14Good Job, But Fight Isn't Over

Frequently Asked Questions

Did the ATF permanently ban M855 and SS109 ammunition?

No, the ATF has temporarily shelved its proposal to ban M855 and SS109 ammunition. They stated this was due to receiving over 880,000 public comments. However, the proposal has not been dropped and remains active, meaning it could be revisited in the future.

Why did the ATF propose banning M855 and SS109 ammunition?

The ATF's stated pretense for the ban was that this type of ammunition, often referred to as 'armor-piercing,' could put law enforcement in danger. However, this claim has been disputed, with no documented cases of police officers being injured by this specific type of ammunition.

What was the public's reaction to the proposed ammunition ban?

The public response was overwhelmingly negative, with over 880,000 comments submitted to the ATF. This significant public outcry is the primary reason the ATF decided to shelve the proposal, at least for now.

What is the current status of the ATF's ammunition ban proposal?

The ATF has 'shelved' the proposal, meaning it is on hold. It has not been 'dropped' or permanently rejected. The ATF is waiting to review all public comments, and opposing groups are expected to continue submitting comments to ensure the ban is not reinstated.

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