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Are Pistol Braces Legal Again?

With the November 8, 2023, Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals decision, pistol braces are back — at least for now.

December 13, 2023

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Changes to Form 4473 Become Mandatory

The new Form 4473 from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms contains substantial changes over the previous form. Use of this updated form becomes mandatory Nov. 1, 2020.

October 20, 2020

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ATF Announces Release of New Form 4473

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms has released a new Form 4473 with several changes from the existing version.

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Gun Manufacturers, ATF Joint Initiatives Pay Dividends, But Critical Gains Are Rarely Reported

While gun manufacturers are rarely cited for their work to promote gun safety, they're advancing important initiatives with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) to keep firearms out of the wrong hands.

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New Rule Will Force Silencer Companies To Stamp Their Cans

In its proposed rule change for the ATF, the DOJ would require all silencer manufacturers to mark their suppressors.