Aaron Salter, Jr., Responsible Body Armor Possession Act
This bill, known as the Aaron Salter, Jr., Responsible Body Armor Possession Act, prohibits civilians from buying, owning, or possessing enhanced body armor. The law defines enhanced body armor as protective gear that meets or exceeds the ballistic resistance of RF1 armor, which includes certain helmets and shields. Exceptions are made for law enforcement officers, government agencies, and individuals who already legally owned such armor before the law takes effect. Violating this ban could result in a fine, up to five years in prison, or both penalties.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
May 2026
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Introduced May 18, 2026
Last action May 18, 2026
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May 18, 2026
Committee
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
upper
May 18, 2026
Introduced
Introduced in Senate
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Legislator
Party
State
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Kirsten E. Gillibrand
DDemocratic
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