Bill · H.Res. 1137· House(119-HRES-1137)

Recognizing the 100th anniversary of the creation of the Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers' Institute, Inc., and commending its work establishing industry standards that ensure the safe interoperability of firearms and ammunition.

Age: 39 years

North Carolina

Introduced: 3/25/2026
Last activity: 3/25/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Sponsored by: Pat Harrigan
Cosponsors: - 23 - 0

Crime and Law Enforcement

Introduced
In Committee

A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.

What this bill would do

This resolution marks the 100th anniversary of the creation of the Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers' Institute, Inc. (SAAMI). It commends the organization for its century-long work in establishing industry standards for the safety, interchangeability, and reliability of firearms and ammunition. The text highlights SAAMI's role in coordinating technical data and promoting safe and responsible use of these products. It also notes the organization's collaboration with various government and international standards bodies. Finally, the resolution honors those who have contributed to SAAMI's mission over the past century.

Yes· 3 of 5

Would gun owners be better off under this?+2
The resolution commends the creation of standards that ensure the safe interoperability and reliability of firearms and ammunition.
Does this make it easier to run a small business?+2
The resolution commends the establishment of industry standards that provide consistency for the firearms and ammunition manufacturing sector.
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?+2
The bill notes SAAMI's historical funding of game research surveys which contribute to wildlife management and conservation.