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.

119th Congress Introduced by Mike Bost and 21 co-sponsors

Recognizes SAAMI’s 100-year leadership in establishing safety and interoperability standards for firearms and ammunition to promote public safety and collaboration.

Submitted in House

Purpose

A House resolution recognizing the 100th anniversary (2026) of the Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers' Institute, Inc. (SAAMI) and commending its work in establishing industry standards that support the safe interoperability of firearms and ammunition.

Acknowledges SAAMI’s long-standing role in promoting public safety, scientific rigor, and responsible industry practices, and encourages ongoing collaboration among industry, government, and scientific organizations.

Key Provisions

The resolution contains declarative statements (no binding or regulatory text) that:

Recognize the 100th anniversary of SAAMI’s creation.

Commend SAAMI for a century of leadership in establishing safety and interoperability standards for firearms and ammunition.

Acknowledge SAAMI’s vital role in promoting public safety, scientific rigor, and responsible industry practices.

Encourage continued collaboration among industry, government, and scientific organizations to advance safety and innovation in sporting arms and ammunition.

Honor individuals and groups who have contributed to SAAMI’s mission over the past century.

Who/What Is Affected

SAAMI: The resolution highlights SAAMI’s role and achievements, effectively acknowledging the organization.

Stakeholders in the firearms and ammunition industry, public safety, and related regulatory and standards communities: the resolution signals support for ongoing collaboration and continued standards development.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

Introduction date: March 25, 2026.

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary (no further legislative actions specified in the bill text provided).

The measure is a non-binding resolution; it does not create or modify law, regulate activities, or allocate funds.

Co-sponsors include a broad set of Representatives, indicating cross-partisan support for recognizing SAAMI’s anniversary and contributions.

Notable Details

SAAMI’s mission, as described in the resolution, includes creating and promulgating technical, performance, interchangeability, and safety standards for firearms, ammunition, suppressors, and components.

SAAMI is depicted as a coordinating body with industry, military, and domestic/international governmental entities, as well as collaboration with standards bodies such as ANSI and CIP.

The bill connects SAAMI’s work to public safety, conservation (including historical reference to supporting game research via Aldo Leopold), and adapting to technological and industry changes.

Bottom Line

H.Res. 1137 is a ceremonial, non-binding resolution recognizing SAAMI’s 100-year contributions to firearms and ammunition standards that promote safe interoperability. It honors SAAMI’s leadership, calls for continued collaboration across sectors to enhance safety and innovation, and acknowledges those who have contributed to its mission.

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