Stop Militarizing Law Enforcement Act (HB7766) would limit transfers of military equipment to state/local law enforcement
State bill HB7766 — US — status: in committee
Official title: Stop Militarizing Law Enforcement Act
What it does
The Stop Militarizing Law Enforcement Act (HB7766) would restrict the transfer and federal support for certain types of military equipment and weapons to state and local law enforcement agencies, and it would alter related grant and transfer authorities and reporting requirements. As of March 3, 2026, the bill has been referred to the House Committee on Armed Services and has not advanced out of committee.
Industry impact
If enacted, the measure would primarily affect companies that sell or transfer defense-origin equipment to law enforcement agencies by narrowing permissible transfers and changing program rules; manufacturers that market tactical vehicles, specialized weapons, or surplus defense articles to public agencies could see reduced demand and need to revise contracts. Dealers that facilitate transfers or participate in government surplus programs may face new compliance or documentation requirements; ordinary retail sales to private buyers would not be directly changed by the bill text as drafted. NFA/SOT businesses that supply regulated items to law enforcement could see transactional or procurement impacts where those items are covered by the restrictions.
Latest official status: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
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