H.R. 4535: Make American Guns Again Act of 2025

This bill, known as the Make American Guns Again Act of 2025, has the following main components:

Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to address the use and procurement of small arms and light weapons in the U.S. Armed Forces. It specifically focuses on identifying those weapons that are either:

• Manufactured outside of the United States, or
• Manufactured within the United States by subsidiaries of foreign-owned entities.

Study Requirements

The Secretary of Defense is tasked with conducting a study that investigates:

• The prevalence of small arms and light weapons used by members of the Armed Forces, and
• The origin of parts for these weapons.

Report Submission

Within 180 days of the enactment of the bill, the Secretary must submit a report to Congress and the President. This report must include:

• The findings from the study mentioned above, and
• Recommendations for procuring small arms and light weapons that are entirely manufactured in the U.S. by companies owned and controlled by U.S. individuals.

Definition of Small Arms and Light Weapons

The bill references the definition of "small arms and light weapons" as provided in the federal regulations. This includes various types of firearms and related weaponry used by military personnel.

Overall Impact

The bill seeks to promote the domestic manufacturing of firearms and indirectly aims to reduce reliance on foreign-made weapons within the military. By requiring a study and report, it sets a framework for understanding the current state of arms procurement and potential shifts towards U.S.-made products.

Relevant Companies

• RGR (Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc.) - A major manufacturer of firearms that could see increased demand if the military shifts towards procuring domestically made weapons.
• OSK (Oshkosh Corporation) - Although primarily known for vehicles, they could be indirectly impacted if military contractors pivot to U.S. suppliers for small arms as part of larger contracts.
• BA (Boeing Co.) - As a defense contractor, Boeing may experience indirect impacts if arms procurement strategies change to favor U.S.-manufactured weapons.