Videos tagged with Senate Parliamentarian

Gun Owners of America (GOA) is filing a lawsuit to challenge the National Firearms Act of 1934. This action follows Congress's reduction of the tax on suppressors and short-barreled firearms from $200 to zero, achieved through budget reconciliation. GOA argues that the Senate Parliamentarian's ruling, deeming the NFA repeal primarily policy rather than tax-related, improperly blocked a full repeal via reconciliation. The organization aims to dismantle the NFA's registration requirements and taxation entirely, viewing the recent tax reduction as a partial victory and a stepping stone for legal challenges.

The video discusses HR1, dubbed the 'Big Beautiful Bill,' and its impact on Second Amendment rights. It clarifies that while the bill aims to remove the NFA transfer tax and registration requirements for items like short-barreled rifles and suppressors, these provisions were removed due to budget reconciliation rules. The speaker explains the role of the Senate Parliamentarian and argues against calls to remove her, suggesting it could be shortsighted and lead to future legislative overreach. The bill's success in eliminating the $200 NFA transfer tax is highlighted as a win for gun owners, particularly for those acquiring items like 300 Blackout rifles.

This video discusses the legislative efforts to remove taxation and registration requirements for suppressors and short-barreled firearms under the National Firearms Act (NFA). It highlights a provision added to a House bill that was later struck down by the Senate Parliamentarian, who cited a violation of the 'bird rule'. The speaker argues that taxation and registration are intrinsically linked, using the tax stamp as evidence of the registration process.

This video discusses a breaking development regarding the Hearing Protection Act (HPA) and the Short Act. Representative Clyde has introduced an amendment to a budget reconciliation bill that aims to remove NFA registration requirements for suppressors, Short-Barreled Rifles (SBRs), Short-Barreled Shotguns (SBSs), and Any Other Weapons (AOWs). This amendment could potentially lead to full deregulation, rather than just tax elimination, and might force the Senate to address the role of the Senate Parliamentarian.

This video discusses a significant change in the National Firearms Act (NFA) tax structure, specifically the zeroing out of taxes on suppressors, short-barreled rifles (SBRs), and short-barreled shotguns (SBSs). The host, Mark Smith, a constitutional attorney and Second Amendment advocate, explains how this change was achieved through the Senate's reconciliation process, bypassing a filibuster. He details the role of the Senate Parliamentarian, Elizabeth Mcdana, and her initial ruling against removing these items entirely, citing the 'Bird Rule.' The video highlights the subsequent approval of zeroing out the tax, a move supported by President Trump, and questions the Parliamentarian's initial reasoning, suggesting it was based on flawed legal interpretation regarding the NFA's basis in Congress's taxing authority.

This video discusses a Senate Parliamentarian's ruling on proposed changes to the National Firearms Act (NFA) tax language. The ruling allows for a reduction of the tax on suppressors and short-barreled rifles from $200 to $0, though registration and background checks would still be required. The speaker advocates for the complete removal of the NFA and urges viewers to contact their Senators to push for the full inclusion of the Hearing Protection Act and Short Act verbiage.

This entry details the legislative efforts surrounding suppressors and Short Barreled Rifles (SBRs) in the US Senate, focusing on the Hearing Protection Act (HPA) and the Short Act, which were attempted to be included in HR1. The content highlights the role of the Senate Parliamentarian in blocking these provisions and the strategies employed by advocacy groups like Gun Owners of America (GOA) to overcome these legislative hurdles. It emphasizes the importance of constituent engagement with elected officials to influence the outcome of these critical gun rights issues.

This video discusses the political maneuvering in the US Senate regarding budget reconciliation bills, specifically highlighting the perceived hypocrisy in how certain provisions are handled. The speaker expresses frustration that amendments related to transgender treatment funding were reinstated after being struck down by the parliamentarian, while similar efforts to remove NFA taxes on suppressors and short-barreled rifles faced different procedural hurdles. The core argument is that if the parliamentarian can be overruled for one issue, the same should apply to Second Amendment-related provisions.

This panel discussion at Gun Con 2025 features representatives from various Second Amendment advocacy groups discussing recent legislative and legal developments. Key topics include the National Firearms Act (NFA), the role of the Senate Parliamentarian, ongoing litigation concerning firearm regulations like assault weapons bans and pistol braces, and strategies for engaging younger generations in firearm ownership and advocacy. The speakers emphasize the importance of grassroots support and continuous engagement in the long-term fight for Second Amendment rights.

This video provides a critical, late-breaking update on potential legislative changes affecting the National Firearms Act (NFA) and Hearing Protection Act (HPA). It details efforts in the Senate to eliminate NFA taxes on items like suppressors and short-barreled firearms, discussing procedural challenges such as the 'Byrd Bath' and the role of the Senate Parliamentarian. The analysis highlights the differing stances of various gun rights organizations and political figures, offering an expert perspective on the implications of these legislative maneuvers for Second Amendment rights.

This video provides an expert breakdown of the unexpected removal of the Hearing Protection Act (HPA) and the Short Act from a major legislative bill. The speaker, with an experienced and authoritative tone, details the parliamentary procedures involved, the potential avenues for reinstatement, and the historical significance of this setback for suppressor and SBR deregulation. Viewers are urged to take political action by contacting their senators.

This video discusses a Senate Parliamentarian's ruling that the removal of suppressors, short-barrel rifles, and short-barrel shotguns from the National Firearms Act (NFA) cannot be done through the budget reconciliation process. The speaker argues this ruling is based on a misinterpretation of the NFA as primarily regulatory rather than a taxation scheme, which is its constitutional basis according to Supreme Court precedent. The decision necessitates overcoming a Democratic Senate filibuster, significantly hindering legislative efforts to reform these NFA items.