Just received the below email from Armored Republic this morning. Obviously they have a big and biased stake in the outcome, but this certainly seems like it could be rolled into stuff on guns that the new admin will be attempting to do. Seems like body armor could fall into the same category as bump stocks, where "conservatives" figure it's an easy giveaway to the left in exchange for other stuff (even in exchange for other firearms related restrictions). After all, only white militias use body armor [cough/antifa/cough].
I haven't researched it, but does anyone know off the top of their heads if armor is restricted or banned at the state level anywhere at this time?
Body Armor Regulation Proposal to Start Off 2021
What Is the Bill?
A new bill introduced to outlaw body armor in New York would make it illegal for civilians to purchase body armor and could find them guilty even if they have owned body armor for years. If the bill is passed, body armor owners would be required to turn in their life-saving gear at law enforcement agencies such as local or state police, FBI, or DEA. Failing to surrender their “body vests” within 15 days of the effective date of this new law could have severe repercussions.
What Is the Penalty?
Breaking this new law would result in a class A misdemeanor. Repeat offenders could potentially earn themselves a class E felony, and depending on their circumstances, the penalty could consist of fines, probation, and even up to 4 years in prison.
What Is Your Duty?
You must stop and reflect upon the truth. Body Armor is a Tool of Liberty. You are Free Men. Live as Free Men and oppose this asinine bill.