National Shooting Sports Foundation to Intervene in Latest Lawsuit Against Traditional Ammunition

Published on June 10, 2012
Duration: 4:09

The National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) is intervening in a lawsuit aiming to ban traditional lead ammunition. This marks the latest in a series of attempts by environmental groups to have the EPA prohibit lead ammunition, despite previous denials and court rulings. The NSSF highlights the potential devastating impact on wildlife conservation, hunters, shooters, law enforcement, and the military, citing a projected 190% price increase for ammunition. Concurrently, legislation like the Sportsman's Act is being advanced to clarify the EPA's lack of jurisdiction over ammunition.

Quick Summary

The National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) is intervening in a lawsuit aimed at banning traditional lead ammunition. This legal action follows previous denials by the EPA, which stated it lacks jurisdiction under the Toxic Substances Control Act. A ban could devastate wildlife conservation and increase ammunition prices by an estimated 190%.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Lawsuit Intervention
  2. 00:14Anti-Hunting Groups' Attempts to Ban Lead Ammunition
  3. 00:38EPA's Previous Denials and Lawsuits
  4. 01:14New Lawsuit Filed by Environmental Groups
  5. 01:38Impact of Ammunition Ban on Conservation and Shooters
  6. 01:50Projected Ammunition Price Increases
  7. 01:58Impact on Law Enforcement and Military
  8. 02:15Sportsman's Act and Legislative Efforts
  9. 03:16Discussion on Continued Litigation Tactics
  10. 04:02Guest Introduction: Larry Keane, NSSF

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is the National Shooting Sports Foundation intervening in the lawsuit against traditional ammunition?

The NSSF is intervening to protect the rights of hunters and shooters to choose ammunition best suited for their purposes and to prevent a court-ordered ban on lead ammunition, which they argue would devastate wildlife conservation and significantly impact various user groups.

What are the potential consequences of a ban on lead ammunition?

A ban on lead ammunition could lead to a devastating impact on wildlife conservation, hunters, and shooters. It's projected to cause an average price increase of 190% for ammunition and would also affect law enforcement and the U.S. military.

Has the EPA previously ruled on banning lead ammunition?

Yes, the EPA has denied petitions to ban lead ammunition twice. The first petition was denied in August 2010, and a subsequent petition was also denied, with the EPA stating it does not have jurisdiction to regulate ammunition under the Toxic Substances Control Act.

What legislative action is being taken regarding EPA jurisdiction over ammunition?

Senators Tester and Thune, co-chairs of the Congressional Sportsman's Caucus, have filed an amendment to the Farm Bill called the Sportsman's Act. This amendment includes language to clarify that the EPA does not have jurisdiction over ammunition.

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