Permanent Nationwide Block of Short Barreled Rifle & Pistol Brace Rule Decision Settled! What Now?
The ATF's pistol brace rule has been permanently blocked nationwide following a Fifth Circuit decision upholding a prior ruling by Judge Reed O'Connor. The Trump DOJ stipulated to dropping their appeal, effectively conceding the case. This ruling, based on Administrative Procedure Act (APA) violations, means the rule is vacated. However, future administrations could re-issue a similar rule by adhering to APA procedures. Individuals who registered brace pistols as SBRs may need clarification.










