Hearing Protection Act of 2017 - "Make Suppressors Great Again!"

Published on January 13, 2017
Duration: 2:50

The Hearing Protection Act of 2017 (HR 367) aims to remove firearm suppressors from the National Firearms Act (NFA) registry. This proposed legislation seeks to streamline the purchasing process by eliminating the $200 tax stamp and the lengthy six-month waiting period, instead transferring the background check to the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS). The bill, championed by Congressman Jeff Duncan and John Carter, intends to make suppressors legal in all 50 states, a significant change from the current 42 states where they are permitted.

Quick Summary

The Hearing Protection Act of 2017 (HR 367) is a legislative proposal to remove firearm suppressors from the National Firearms Act (NFA). It aims to simplify purchases by eliminating the $200 tax stamp and the six-month waiting period, instead using the NICS background check system. The bill seeks to make suppressors legal in all 50 states.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Good News
  2. 00:08Hearing Protection Act of 2017 Introduced
  3. 00:10HR 367 Official Designation
  4. 00:20Key Sponsors: Rep. Jeff Duncan & John Carter
  5. 00:26Bill Synopsis: Removing Suppressors from NFA
  6. 00:30Suppressors vs. Hollywood Silencers
  7. 00:43Streamlining the Purchasing Process
  8. 00:47Making Suppressors Legal in All 50 States
  9. 00:50Current State Legality of Suppressors
  10. 01:04Major Bill Points: NFA Removal
  11. 01:09Eliminating the Six-Month Waiting Period
  12. 01:16Removing Complex Background Checks
  13. 01:21Transferring Checks to NICS System
  14. 01:30Eliminating the $200 Tax Stamp
  15. 01:37Easier Purchase Process Proposed
  16. 01:44Suppressors as Attachments, Not Performance Enhancers
  17. 01:51Frustration with Current Suppressor Purchase Hoops
  18. 01:57Hope for Bill Passage and National Impact
  19. 02:02Momentum from Previous Year's Efforts
  20. 02:07State-Level Law Changes Inspired by Act
  21. 02:12National Passage for Easier Access
  22. 02:14Addressing 'Slave States' Access
  23. 02:16Morning Update on Hearing Protection Act
  24. 02:20Channel's Previous Coverage and Bill Drafting
  25. 02:29Reintroduction in 2017 and Positive Outlook
  26. 02:34Call to Action: Contact Your Congressman
  27. 02:43Sign-off: Jared from Guns & Gadgets

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Hearing Protection Act of 2017?

The Hearing Protection Act of 2017, also known as HR 367, is a proposed bill in the U.S. Congress that aims to remove firearm suppressors from the National Firearms Act (NFA) registry. It seeks to simplify the purchasing process by eliminating the $200 tax stamp and the six-month waiting period.

What changes does the Hearing Protection Act propose for suppressor purchases?

The Hearing Protection Act proposes to remove suppressors from the NFA, eliminate the $200 tax stamp, and replace the lengthy NFA background check with the standard National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS). This would make purchasing a suppressor as easy as buying a regular firearm.

Who are the main sponsors of the Hearing Protection Act of 2017?

The Hearing Protection Act of 2017 (HR 367) is primarily sponsored by Congressman Jeff Duncan from South Carolina and Congressman John Carter from Texas. They are key figures advocating for the reform of suppressor regulations.

What is the current legal status of suppressors in the US?

Currently, firearm suppressors are legal to use in 42 out of the 50 United States. The Hearing Protection Act aims to make them legal nationwide, removing them from the restrictive regulations of the National Firearms Act (NFA).

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