S 4553·Federal·senate
Aaron Salter, Jr., Responsible Body Armor Possession Act
In CommitteeFiled May 18, 2026
Sponsor: Sen. Gillibrand, Kirsten E. [D-NY] (D)
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
May 18, 2026
Summary
The Aaron Salter, Jr., Responsible Body Armor Possession Act would make it illegal for private individuals to purchase, own, or keep enhanced body armor. Exceptions apply for the United States, state, tribal governments, qualified law‑enforcement officers, and for armor owned before the law takes effect. Violations could result in fines and up to five years in prison.
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