Bill To BAN Silencers

This video argues that the US government's regulation of firearm suppressors, stemming from the 1934 National Firearms Act, has led to widespread hearing damage among law-abiding gun owners. It details the history of suppressors as safety devices invented by Hiram Percy Maxim and criticizes the NFA's $200 tax and subsequent regulatory hurdles as a means to limit access rather than collect revenue. While acknowledging the recent elimination of the tax stamp, the video asserts that suppressors remain overly regulated, hindering their accessibility as intended safety equipment.

The HEAR Act, reintroduced by Senator Bob Menendez and Representative Bonnie Watson Coleman, proposes to ban and confiscate legally owned suppressors. The bill aims to remove 'firearm muffler or firearm silencer' from the definition of a firearm under 18 USC 921 and would make it illegal to import, sell, manufacture, transfer, or possess them. It includes exemptions for government agencies and law enforcement, and proposes a buyback program for existing suppressors without specifying compensation.

This video discusses the unintended economic consequences of the proposed Hearing Protection Act of 2017. While aiming to deregulate suppressors, the anticipation of its passage has led to a significant drop in sales, forcing manufacturers to lay off workers. The proposed bill includes a rebate for those who purchased suppressors in the current year, but the delay in its passage is creating a financial burden on the industry.

Senator Chris Murphy has proposed increasing the NFA tax stamp to nearly $5,000, aiming to reverse the recent reduction to zero dollars for suppressors, short-barreled rifles, and other NFA items. Gun Owners of America (GOA) and its allies are actively opposing this amendment, which is attached to a military construction and veteran affairs funding bill, arguing it violates Senate rules on germaneness. This move is seen as a tactic to price civilians out of firearms and equipment protected by the Second Amendment, a strategy GOA has fought against for decades through various legislative proposals.

The Senate has passed a bill that effectively eliminates the NFA tax stamp on suppressors and short-barreled rifles, reducing it to $0. This bill, HR1, now moves to the House of Representatives, where its passage is uncertain due to potential disagreements and opposition from certain factions. Gun rights organizations like GOA, NRA, and FPC have reacted to the Senate's decision, with varying degrees of satisfaction and calls for further action in the House.

Representative Ben Cline questioned Attorney General Pam Bondi regarding the continued registration requirements for suppressors and short-barreled firearms under the National Firearms Act (NFA), even after the Hearing Protection Act reduced the associated tax to $0. AG Bondi stated the justification for the registry is subject to pending litigation. This discussion highlights the ongoing debate surrounding NFA regulations and firearm ownership rights.

This entry details a significant lawsuit against Cabela's concerning ammunition sales and its potential ramifications for the entire firearms retail industry. The case, involving a fatal shooting by a 19-year-old, hinges on claims of negligence and exceptions to the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act (PLCAA). Expert analysis suggests this could lead to broader liability for retailers if not dismissed.

This video, updated from a 2015 version, analyzes 2020 ATF registration data to rank US states by the number of registered NFA items. The speaker, an expert in 2A news, highlights that these figures represent legally owned items and are expected to grow. The analysis focuses on categories like Destructive Devices, Machineguns, Silencers, SBRs, SBSs, and AOWs, providing state-by-state breakdowns and concluding with commentary on gun owner rights.

This entry details the US Army's Modular Handgun System (MHS) contract decision, where the Sig Sauer P320 (M17/M18) was selected over Glock's submission. The analysis highlights key MHS requirements, the specific features of each submission, and crucially, the significant cost difference that heavily influenced the final decision. The Sig Sauer M17/M18 will replace the Beretta M9 in service.

This video from Guns & Gadgets discusses China's official stance that US citizens owning firearms is a serious problem requiring change. The host critically analyzes this statement, contrasting it with China's own human rights record and political system, while also referencing historical figures and current political figures like Senator Ben Sasse and Secretary of State Mike Pompeo. The content emphasizes the importance of the Second Amendment and warns against foreign influence on US gun policy.