FFL Protection Act Submitted! Does It See The Light Of Day?

William Kirk of Washington Gun Law details HB 2118, a Washington state bill imposing severe, potentially crippling regulations on Federal Firearms Licensees (FFLs). The legislation mandates extensive physical security upgrades and 24/7 video and audio surveillance, mirroring California's SB2. Kirk argues these requirements are financially unfeasible, especially for small and home-based FFLs, and constitute a dystopian overreach designed to eliminate these businesses.

Congressman Clyde, a Federal Firearms Licensee, criticizes the ATF's pistol brace rule, deeming it an attempt at universal background checks and an unlawful reclassification of firearms. He highlights the rule's potential to criminalize millions of law-abiding citizens and disabled veterans, citing the ATF's inconsistent rulings on pistol braces since 2012. Clyde introduced HJ Res 44 to repeal this rule, viewing it as an assault on Second Amendment freedoms.

Colion Noir, an expert firearms instructor, critically analyzes H.R.1446, the Enhanced Background Checks Act of 2021, often referred to as the 'Charleston Loophole' bill. He argues the bill, while presented as a safety measure, primarily extends the FBI's background check delay period from three to twenty days, potentially creating a 'government incompetence' loophole rather than closing a genuine one. Noir emphasizes that the original three-day period was a safeguard against arbitrary denials, and extending it exploits tragedies like the Charleston church shooting to grant more power to the government, infringing upon Second Amendment rights.

This video provides a public service announcement regarding common mistakes made when filling out the ATF Form 4473 for firearm purchases. It highlights the importance of reading the entire question, especially sections 21 and the specific instructions for U.S. citizens regarding questions 21N1 and 21N2, which should be left blank. The speakers emphasize that these forms, revised in April 2023, are often misinterpreted due to their wording and placement of instructions, leading to errors that require correction.

This video provides a public service announcement regarding common mistakes made when filling out the revised ATF Form 4473 for firearm purchases. It highlights that many individuals, including experienced gun owners, fail to read the entire questions, particularly sections 21B and 21N. The presenters emphasize that US citizens should leave specific alien-related questions blank and proceed to signature lines, a detail often missed due to the form's layout.

This video discusses a significant legal challenge against a longstanding ATF regulation prohibiting the purchase of handguns from a Federal Firearms Licensee (FFL) outside of one's state of residence. The lawsuit, filed by Elite Precision Customs LLC and the Firearms Policy Coalition, argues this ban infringes upon Second Amendment rights. The speaker highlights the government's concession that the right to acquire firearms implicates the Second Amendment text, shifting the burden of proof to the government to demonstrate historical justification for the ban.

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.