Rep. Cline Presses AG Bondi On $0 NFA Tax Registration

Published on February 11, 2026
Duration: 1:03

Representative Ben Cline questioned Attorney General Pam Bondi regarding the continued requirement for NFA registration and paperwork for suppressors and short-barreled firearms, despite the Hearing Protection Act reducing the associated tax to zero. AG Bondi cited pending litigation as the reason for her inability to comment further on the justification for the registry.

Quick Summary

The Hearing Protection Act eliminated the $200 NFA tax on suppressors and short-barreled firearms, making it $0. However, registration and paperwork requirements persist. Attorney General Pam Bondi cited pending litigation as the reason for the continued justification of the NFA registry.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Hearing Protection Act & NFA Tax Reduction
  2. 00:15Questioning the NFA Registry
  3. 00:53AG Bondi's Response

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current status of the NFA tax on suppressors and short-barreled firearms?

The Hearing Protection Act, signed into law, reduced the $200 National Firearms Act (NFA) tax on suppressors and short-barreled firearms to zero. However, registration and paperwork requirements still apply.

Why does NFA registration remain if the tax is zero?

Representative Ben Cline questioned this, comparing it to the DOJ's stance on the ACA mandate. Attorney General Pam Bondi stated the justification for the registry is subject to pending litigation and declined further comment.

What is the National Firearms Act (NFA)?

The NFA is a U.S. federal law that regulates certain types of firearms, including machine guns, short-barreled rifles and shotguns, and suppressors. It typically involves registration and a tax stamp.

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