Fort Bliss Will Host Ammunition Amnesty Day
The base will accept explosives and ammunition from the public and authorized personnel on September 23, 2026.
Updated on Sept. 19, 2026 in Safety
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Fort Bliss will hold an ammunition and explosives amnesty day on September 23, 2026, to allow individuals to safely turn over hazardous items. The program offers a no-questions-asked policy to encourage the removal of dangerous materials from the community.
Why it matters
This initiative aims to prevent accidental incidents by providing a secure channel for the disposal of hazardous ordnance. By removing these items without the threat of prosecution, organizers hope to improve local safety standards.
The amnesty event will run from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on September 23, 2026. Collection points are established at the Texas Army National Guard Armory at 9100 Gateway North Blvd. and East Fort Bliss.
The players
Fort Bliss
This major United States Army post located in El Paso serves as a key military installation for the region.
Texas Army National Guard Armory
This facility acts as an off-post collection site for the ammunition amnesty event.
The details
Participants can turn over ammunition and explosives to representatives without fear of repercussions under a no-questions-asked policy. While the public can access the off-post collection point, the East Fort Bliss location is strictly limited to DoD ID cardholders.
Timeline
The amnesty event takes place on September 23, 2026.
Collection operations run from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Seasonal Patterns
This event extends the U.S. Army's Unexploded Ordnance (UXO) safety program by providing a centralized collection mechanism for hazardous materials. It reflects a recurring focus on municipal and military collaboration to mitigate risks associated with legacy munitions.
Residents should ensure they are not bringing firearms or unauthorized weapons to the amnesty sites as these will not be accepted. Those heading to the public collection point at 9100 Gateway North Blvd. should arrive during the specified operating window of 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The takeaway
The amnesty day provides a rare window for the community to dispose of hazardous items safely and legally. Residents should take advantage of this opportunity to clear out potential dangers from their homes before the collection window closes.
Further reading
For additional context on local initiatives, visit the Safety section.
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Would you turn in hazardous materials to authorities if offered a no-questions-asked amnesty program?
