Videos tagged with AOWs

This video from AT3 Tactical provides urgent advice regarding NFA item filings. The speaker, demonstrating high authority, warns viewers about an upcoming ATF eForm portal shutdown from December 26th to January 1st. Any draft applications must be submitted before December 26th to avoid deletion, as the portal will be updated for new forms, including a potential $0 tax stamp for certain NFA items starting January 1st.

This video addresses the immediate impact of a new Washington State law that eliminates the NFA tax on suppressors, Short-Barreled Rifles (SBRs), Short-Barreled Shotguns (SBSs), and Any Other Weapons (AOWs). William Kirk of Washington Gun Law explains what this change means for residents and speculates on potential future state-level responses, including a possible ban. The presenter advises viewers to consider stocking up on these items while they are still legal in the state, emphasizing that legislative action is likely driven by a desire to disarm citizens rather than enhance safety. The video also references applicable Washington state law (RCW 9.41.250) and H.R. 1.

This update from Guns & Gadgets details a significant amendment introduced by US Representative Andrew Clyde to a budget reconciliation bill. The amendment aims to remove NFA registration requirements for suppressors, Short-Barreled Rifles (SBRs), Short-Barreled Shotguns (SBSs), and Any Other Weapons (AOWs). The video emphasizes the critical nature of this amendment for the potential destruction of the NFA and urges viewers to contact their representatives to support its passage, highlighting that this is a 'once-in-a-lifetime opportunity'.

The Hearing Protection Act (HPA) has passed the US House of Representatives as part of a larger bill. If enacted, it would remove suppressors from the National Firearms Act (NFA) regulations, eliminating the need for a registry, enhanced background checks, law enforcement notification, and tax stamps. The SHORT Act, which addresses short-barreled rifles, shotguns, and Any Other Weapons (AOWs), was not included but can be added via amendment. The video emphasizes contacting senators to support both the HPA and the SHORT Act.

This video provides a critical update on the status of the SHORT Act and Hearing Protection Act, explaining how proposed changes would fail to remove suppressors and other NFA items from regulation. The speaker, demonstrating expert knowledge of legislative processes and firearms law, details the specific limitations of the current proposals, including the continued regulation of suppressors and the retention of a $5 tax for Any Other Weapons (AOWs). A call to action urges viewers to contact the House Ways and Means Committee to advocate for the original, more favorable versions of the bills.

This video from Forgotten Weapons, featuring Ian McCollum, details the ATF's introduction of the eForm 4 system with electronic fingerprint submission in December 2021. The new system aims to significantly reduce the lengthy processing times associated with NFA item transfers, moving from months to a target of 30-90 days. It streamlines the submission process by allowing digital uploads of fingerprints via EFT files and eliminating the need for physical mail.