Videos tagged with Federal Register

The ATF has implemented a digitized process for NFA owners to notify and obtain approval for transporting registered machine guns and short-barreled firearms across state lines. This change, driven by the Paperwork Reduction Act, significantly reduces the time and effort required for this notification, aiming to cut processing time by half. While the requirement for notification and approval remains, the new digital system makes the process faster, easier, and less burdensome for lawful owners.

This guide details the major overhaul of the ATF Form 1, effective January 1st, 2026. Key changes include the elimination of the $200 tax for SBRs and suppressors, the removal of CLEO notification, and a significant shift towards a fully electronic NFA system. The ATF, under the Department of Justice, is streamlining the process due to increased application volume and technological advancements, allowing for digital submissions and signatures. Expert instruction highlights the implications for gun owners and the ongoing digitization of NFA processes.

This video discusses a new proposed rule published on the Federal Register concerning the restoration of firearms rights for individuals who have had them revoked by the government. The speaker emphasizes the importance of public comment on this 48-page document, highlighting that the process aims to re-evaluate which offenses should lead to temporary or permanent firearms bans. The video also touches on the historical underfunding of the ATF's firearm restoration mandate and the current shift of authority back to the Office of the Attorney General.

This video discusses recent developments in firearms regulation, specifically the finalization of the pistol brace rule and the initiation of a new administrative rule concerning the reclamation of rights for nonviolent felons. The speaker emphasizes the importance of public comment periods in the rulemaking process and highlights the need for gun rights advocates to actively participate to counterbalance opposition groups.

This video details a significant proposed rule from the Department of Justice (DOJ) aimed at restoring Second Amendment rights for certain individuals with criminal convictions. The rule, published in the Federal Register, bypasses Congress through executive rulemaking and outlines a pathway for relief, with specific exceptions for violent felons, registered sex offenders, and undocumented immigrants. The speaker, an expert firearms instructor, emphasizes the critical importance of the public comment period as a battleground for Second Amendment supporters to engage and influence the outcome.

This video discusses a new proposed rule by the Department of Justice aimed at restoring Second Amendment rights for individuals with past non-violent offenses or temporary mental health commitments. It highlights how a 1992 amendment by Chuck Schumer effectively defunded the ATF's ability to process these restoration requests, leaving millions disenfranchised. The video encourages viewers to submit public comments supporting the proposed rule, emphasizing the importance of advocacy.

This video explains a Trump administration DOJ rule change that aims to restore gun rights for non-violent felons. It details how the Schumer Amendment previously prevented the ATF from processing restoration applications and how the new rule delegates this authority to the DOJ. The video encourages viewers to submit public comments to support the rule's passage.

This video discusses the Trump administration's initiative to restore Second Amendment rights to individuals previously deemed prohibited persons under federal law. It details the legal framework, specifically 18 USC 925C, which allows for the restoration of firearms disabilities, and how a congressional budget rider preventing the ATF from using funds for this purpose was circumvented by transferring authority to the Attorney General. The publication of the first list of restored rights in the Federal Register is presented as a significant precedent for potentially millions of Americans.

This short video announces significant news regarding the ATF, indicating a potential shift in its legal leadership. The speaker highlights the replacement of the Chief Legal at ATF, emphasizing that the incoming individual is a gun rights advocate. This change is presented as a major development for the Second Amendment.

This video discusses the implications of Trump's 2A Executive Order, focusing on the Department of Justice's withdrawal of a significant regulation concerning firearm restrictions. Attorney General Pam Bondi is highlighted as a key figure in reforming how individuals prohibited from owning firearms can petition for relief. The content emphasizes the importance of staying informed and participating in the public comment period for new regulations.

This video discusses a leaked rule from Attorney General Pam Bondi that aims to remove delegated authority from the ATF regarding adjudicating applications for relief from firearm disabilities. The rule, set to be published in the Federal Register, withdraws previous regulations and delegations, effectively centralizing this authority within the Department of Justice. The speaker highlights this as a positive step towards restoring rights for individuals whose firearms have been confiscated, contrasting it with previous Biden administration actions.

William Kirk, President of Washington Gun Law, analyzes President Trump's executive order directing the Attorney General to review actions infringing on Second Amendment rights. He outlines specific actions for Attorney General Pam Bondi, categorized by difficulty, including recalling ATF rules on pistol braces and forced reset triggers, conceding specific legal arguments, and potentially abolishing the ATF. Kirk emphasizes the importance of understanding gun laws and encourages viewer engagement.