What is really stupid is that is what the FICS was instituted for. Oregon used to have a "cool off" period on handguns but as soon as the FICS system went into effect it was lifted. 4 places I wouldn't live, NY, CA, IL, and DC. I feel for the guys that do have to put up with their tyrannic gun laws.
As far as a good factory ammo, I don't use it anymore but Winchester, and Hornady are two good places to start.