GOA is DEFUNDING the ATF

Published on July 19, 2023
Duration: 5:02

This video from Gun Owners of America (GOA) explains how the ATF's funding is tied to the annual Congressional appropriations process, particularly omnibus bills. GOA is actively working to defund the ATF's pistol brace rule and other perceived infringements by lobbying Congress and encouraging gun owners to contact their representatives. The video highlights the importance of monitoring these legislative processes to prevent anti-gun measures from being attached to must-pass spending bills.

Quick Summary

Gun Owners of America (GOA) is working to defund the ATF by influencing the Congressional appropriations process, particularly through omnibus spending bills. They encourage gun owners to contact their representatives to oppose funding for ATF actions like the pistol brace rule, aiming to prevent anti-gun provisions from being attached to must-pass legislation.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Defunding the ATF
  2. 00:07The Bill Process & Biden's Signature
  3. 00:14GOA's Fight Behind the Scenes
  4. 00:37Budget vs. Appropriations Bills
  5. 00:46Commerce, Justice, and Science Bill
  6. 00:50Consolidated Appropriations & Omnibus Bills
  7. 00:59Why This Matters for Gun Rights
  8. 01:08How Congress Spends Money
  9. 01:13Subcommittees and Funding Breakdown
  10. 01:23The Omnibus Bill Explained
  11. 01:36Compromise and Anti-Gun Provisions
  12. 01:47The 'Swamp' and Holiday Legislation
  13. 01:58GOA's Past Omnibus Review
  14. 02:04Preventing Sneaky Additions
  15. 02:08Republican Support and Pelosi's Gift
  16. 02:13The Shall Not Be Infringed Act
  17. 02:21Defunding the ATF's Pistol Brace Rule
  18. 02:30Taking the Offensive: Call Your Rep
  19. 02:34Why Washington Must Listen
  20. 02:51Representative Clyde's Role
  21. 02:56GOA's Lobbying Efforts
  22. 03:00Conclusion: Subscribe for Updates

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Gun Owners of America plan to defund the ATF?

GOA aims to defund the ATF by influencing the Congressional appropriations process. They focus on preventing anti-gun provisions from being attached to must-pass spending bills, like omnibus legislation, and encourage gun owners to contact their representatives to oppose funding for specific ATF actions, such as the pistol brace rule.

What is an omnibus bill and why is it relevant to ATF funding?

An omnibus bill is a single legislative package that combines multiple appropriations bills. These bills are often passed to avoid government shutdowns, making them 'must-pass' legislation. Anti-gun groups can leverage this by attaching provisions to fund or expand the ATF's reach, which GOA works to prevent.

What specific ATF actions is GOA targeting for defunding?

GOA is specifically targeting the ATF's pistol brace rule for defunding. They also aim to prevent increases in ATF funding that could support initiatives like an illegal gun registry or other perceived infringements on Second Amendment rights.

How can individuals help GOA in their efforts to defund the ATF?

Individuals can help by contacting their elected representatives and expressing their opposition to funding the ATF's controversial rules and actions. GOA emphasizes the importance of sustained pressure on Congress to influence legislative outcomes.

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