Suppressors Are Moving Without Registration Now
Texas injunction against NFA registration took effect August 13, first suppressors transferred with no Form 4, and DOJ let the appeal window close.
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DOJ Defends the NFA Registry After Winning Wolford
DOJ told a Missouri court that Wolford does not affect the NFA challenge, calling federal registration a presumptively constitutional shall-issue scheme.
California Glock Ban Survives DOJ’s Injunction Bid
A federal judge declined to enjoin California’s AB 1127 Glock ban, questioning whether DOJ can sue a state under a 1994 police-conduct statute.
CMP to Sell Surplus M14 Rifles, Semi-Auto Only
CMP will sell surplus M14 rifles converted to permanently semi-automatic, first orders late 2026 to early 2027. Eligibility, legal basis, open questions.
New Jersey’s Assault Weapons Ban Falls: What Changes
The Third Circuit struck down New Jersey’s assault weapons ban and its 10-round magazine limit en banc, 10-5. State Police say it takes effect July 31, 2026.
ATF Moves to Repeal the Engaged in the Business Rule
ATF proposes scrapping the engaged in the business rule, citing Type 01 dealer licenses falling 52,993 to 46,072. Comments close August 4, 2026.
DOJ Sues Denver Over AR-15 Ban: First Federal Hardware Challenge in Years
DOJ sued Denver over its AR-15 ban and Colorado’s magazine cap, the first federal challenge to a municipal hardware ban in years. Heading to SCOTUS.
ATF Proposes Direct-to-Door Firearm Shipping
The ATF’s new proposed rule (RIN 1140-AB05) would let licensed dealers verify remote buyers and ship guns directly to your home after a NICS check clears.
Senate Confirms Cekada as ATF Director
Senate confirms Robert Cekada as ATF director April 29, 2026, the first GOP-nominated director in agency history. Tied to the 34-rule reform package.