Videos tagged with Frames and Receivers Rule

The Department of Justice (DOJ) and ATF are reportedly revisiting and revising the 'frames and receivers' rule and the 'engaged in the business' rule. This follows the DOJ voluntarily dismissing its appeal in a Fifth Circuit case against the ATF, indicating the current rules are on shaky legal ground. A new notice of proposed rulemaking is expected, suggesting a strategic retreat by the government to avoid a definitive court loss and to re-attempt regulation with a revised approach.

The DOJ ATF is reportedly working on a new frames and receivers rule that may be less restrictive for metal components but more so for plastic ones, potentially impacting 80% kits and 3D printing. In Virginia, Governor Spanberger signed HB 21, penalizing gun dealers for failing to prevent illegal sales and straw purchases, while HB 2117 (assault weapons ban) and HB 1525 (age increase) await her signature. This indicates a challenging environment for Second Amendment rights in the state.

This video analyzes changes at the ATF under the Trump administration, comparing it to the Biden administration. It discusses the repeal of the Demand 2 program and the zero tolerance policy for FFLs, the status of the pistol brace and frames/receivers rules, and budget cuts impacting ATF operations. The speaker notes a shift in legal strategies, including amicus briefs filed by the DOJ in support of gun rights cases.

This video reports on the firing of ATF Senior Policy Counsel Eric Epstein, who was involved in drafting controversial gun control regulations like the pistol brace rule and the 'engaged in the business' rule. It also highlights a new ATF policy, influenced by GOA's reporting, that limits the use of the NICS background check system for state-level investigations, preventing states from using federal resources for their own gun control enforcement. The video frames these events as victories for Second Amendment rights.

This video discusses recent leadership changes at the ATF, including the removal of Cash Patel and the appointment of Dan Driscoll. It highlights the forced early retirement of Deputy Director Marvin Richardson, who is associated with the pistol brace and frames/receivers rules, and his involvement in the Waco siege. The speaker suggests Brandon Herrera as a potential replacement, emphasizing the need for pro-Second Amendment leadership.

The Department of Justice and ATF have eliminated the Biden-era zero tolerance policy for Federal Firearms Licensees (FFLs). This policy led to increased FFL revocations and the seizure of records for an unconstitutional database. Additionally, the DOJ and ATF plan to revisit regulations on stabilizing braces and the definition of 'engaged in the business of firearms dealings,' which previously carried felony charges for possessing certain items or selling firearms without an FFL. The speaker also advocates for the revocation of the frames and receivers rule.

The US Department of Justice has repealed the ATF's 'zero tolerance' policy, which mandated the revocation of FFLs for dealers accused of willful violations like failing background checks or selling to prohibited individuals. This policy, implemented under the Biden administration, was criticized for being overly punitive. The repeal aligns with President Trump's directive to review gun regulations and is seen as a step to reduce ATF overreach, though its temporary nature and susceptibility to legal challenges are noted.

This video discusses a pro-Second Amendment executive order signed by President Trump, directing the Department of Justice to investigate potential infringements. It highlights a letter from 30 Senators to the ATF demanding the rescission of four specific rules: the 'engaged in the business' rule, the frames and receivers rule, the pistol brace rule, and the zero tolerance policy. The speaker expresses a mixed view, acknowledging the positive step but criticizing the delay in action and advocating for broader legislative changes.

This video details the ongoing legal battle surrounding the ATF's rule on 80% receivers, specifically the Vanderstock lawsuit. It highlights the Supreme Court's involvement through emergency orders and stays, the role of the Fifth Circuit, and the implications for Second Amendment rights. The discussion focuses on the ATF's attempts to regulate firearm components and the legal challenges to their authority.

This video discusses the feasibility and potential consequences of abolishing the ATF. It argues that abolishing the agency itself does not repeal existing federal firearms laws like the NFA or the Gun Control Act of 1968. Instead, it suggests that appointing a favorable ATF director and working with Congress to reform or repeal specific regulations might be a more effective strategy for advancing Second Amendment rights.

This video details a significant legal challenge against the ATF's frames and receivers rule, specifically the Vanderstock v. Garland case. A federal judge in Texas granted a preliminary injunction, ruling that the ATF exceeded its authority by regulating partially manufactured firearm parts as if they were firearms. The decision, issued by Judge Reed O'Connor, found the ATF's rule to be unlawful and beyond its national regulatory scope, impacting companies like Defense Distributed and the Second Amendment Foundation. The ATF has appealed this decision to the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals, leading to ongoing legal battles over the enforcement of the rule.

This video details the ongoing legal battle surrounding the ATF's rule on frames and receivers, particularly concerning pistol braces. It explains how Judge O'Connor initially granted injunctions against the rule, leading to a nationwide vacatur. The Supreme Court then issued a 5-4 stay on this vacatur, allowing the ATF's rule to remain in effect pending appeal. However, Judge O'Connor subsequently re-issued a limited preliminary injunction for specific companies and their customers, creating a new legal battleground in the Fifth Circuit.