Stop Militarizing Our Streets Act of 2026

Restrictions on dangerous weapons: The Secretary of Defense and private operators of government-owned plants are prohibited from selling military-sgrade assault weapons or covered ammunition in the commercial marketplace (Section 2(a)(1)).

Enhanced dealer accountability: The bill requires dealers to follow a minimum code of conduct, which includes refusing transfers to persons exhibiting signs of intoxication or mental instability, and refusing transfers to those who pose a danger to themselves or others (Section 2(a)(4)(D)).

Improved security and tracking: Dealers must implement security systems like locks, lighting, and surveillance, and maintain electronic records of their firearm inventory and ammunition transactions (Section 2(a)(4)(D)).

Background check enforcement: The bill mandates that dealers refuse to transfer firearms unless the NICS background check system verifies the transfer is not prohibited (Section 2(a)(4)(D)(i)).

Mandatory employee training: Dealers are required to have employees complete training on identifying straw purchasers, illegal purchase indicators, and preventing theft (Section 2(a)(4)(F)).

Restrictions on ammunition purchases: The bill limits ammunition dealers by prohibiting them from transferring more than 500 rounds of covered ammunition or 1,000 rounds of other ammunition to the same individual purchaser during any 30-day period (Section 2(a)(4)(C)).

Procurement limitations: The Secretary of Defense is prohibited from procuring items from any dealer or manufacturer that sells military-grade assault weapons or covered ammunition in the commercial marketplace (Section 2(a)(1)(2)).

Increased dealer requirements: Dealers are subject to strict new requirements, such as maintaining specific electronic records, undergoing compliance inspections, and implementing mandatory training courses (Section 2(a)(4)(D) and (F)).

Restrictions on dealers with certain financial ties: Dealers may be restricted from participating in sales or purchases if they maintain financial ties valued at more than $1,000,000 annually with certain entities (Section 2(a)(4)(H)).