Videos tagged with Public Comment Period

This video discusses proposed new regulations for gun shows, emphasizing that existing licensing and requirements for Federal Firearms Licensees (FFLs) and Certificates of Eligibility (COEs) for vendors already cover firearm and ammunition sales. The speaker encourages viewers to submit comments on regulatory proposals to highlight overlooked issues and ensure individual perspectives are considered by authorities.

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 discusses a proposed increase in California's ammunition purchase fee from $1 to $5 by the Department of Justice. Attorney Matt Cabalo explains the history of the fee, stemming from Proposition 63 and related legislation, which mandates background checks for ammunition purchases. The DOJ cites the need to cover operational costs and repay a $25 million loan, as initial transaction estimates were significantly overestimated, leading to the system's insolvency. The proposal is subject to a public comment period ending October 8, 2024.

This video discusses California's significant increase in ammunition background check fees, a measure stemming from Proposition 63. The fee is rising from $1 to $5 per transaction, a 500% increase, due to the program's inability to cover operating costs. The video highlights the ongoing legal challenge Roe v. Bonta, which previously saw a favorable ruling against these checks, though an injunction was stayed. It encourages viewers to participate in the 45-day public comment period to voice their opposition to the fee hike.

This video from Gun Owners of America (GOA) breaks down the ATF's final rule on the 'Definition of Engaged in the Business as a Dealer in Firearms.' It highlights how GOA's extensive public comments influenced the final rule, leading to the removal of potentially burdensome clauses related to business practices, income presumptions, advertising, and electronic payments. The video emphasizes the importance of public participation in regulatory processes and announces a lawsuit against the ATF, filed in conjunction with Texas.

This video from Washington Gun Law, presented by William Kirk, details California's SB 2 legislation and its implementing regulations. Kirk explains how new emergency regulations from Attorney General Rob Bonta severely restrict who can provide the mandatory live fire training required for a concealed carry license. This move is described as a 'dirty trick' to disarm lawful citizens by making training virtually unobtainable.

This video from Guns & Gadgets details allegations that the ATF actively attempted to obstruct public comment submissions on a new proposed rule (Docket Number ATF 2023R-17) concerning the definition of being engaged in the business of selling firearms. The speaker highlights how organizations like Gun Owners of America (GOA) and the National Association for Gun Rights (NAGR) facilitated tens of thousands of comments, both electronic and physical. A significant intervention by 25 members of Congress, led by figures like Andrew Clyde, forced the ATF to accept previously rejected physical petitions, underscoring a dispute over First Amendment rights and adherence to the Administrative Procedure Act.

This video from Gun Owners of America (GOA) details how the organization and its members have successfully challenged and defeated various ATF regulations. It highlights the importance of public comments during the federal rulemaking process as a tool to influence policy, protect Second Amendment rights, and provide legal leverage for lawsuits. GOA emphasizes using the First Amendment to defend the Second Amendment through organized advocacy.

This video discusses a proposed ATF rule change aimed at eliminating private firearm transfers in the United States. The speaker emphasizes the critical importance of submitting unique, fact-based comments during the public comment period, as these comments are primarily used for legal challenges in court rather than influencing the rule's initial implementation. Anti-gun organizations are reportedly automating their comment submissions, highlighting the need for individual, substantive opposition.

The ATF is proposing new rules that could significantly impact private firearm sales by requiring individuals to obtain a Federal Firearms License (FFL) even for single sales. This change aims to increase tracking of firearm ownership and transfers. The video highlights the upcoming 90-day public comment period as a crucial opportunity for firearm owners to voice their opposition with reasoned arguments.