Understanding the Federal Firearms License (FFL): A Comprehensive Guide
Learn what a Federal Firearms License (FFL) is, the types of FFL licenses issued by the ATF, how FFL dealers process transfers, and how to find a licensed FFL dealer near you.
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FFL License Types Explained: Type 01, 03, 07, and More
Learn about all FFL license types including Type 01 dealer, Type 03 collector, Type 07 manufacturer, and more. Includes fees, privileges, and which license type is right for your needs.
NFA Items Explained: $0 Tax Stamps in 2026 — How Suppressors, SBRs, and AOWs Work
The federal NFA $200 tax stamp dropped to $0 on January 1, 2026 for suppressors, SBRs, SBSs, and AOWs. Learn what NFA items are, how the registration process works, and how to find a Class III dealer.
ATF Announces New Era of Reform: What FFLs Need to Know in 2026
The ATF's New Era of Reform ended the Zero Tolerance Policy, established proportionate inspection standards, and introduced major changes for FFLs in 2026. Learn what changed and how to stay compliant.
West Virginia Senate President Kills Machine Gun Bill
West Virginia Senate Bill 1071, commonly referred to as the "Machine Gun Bill," will not proceed in the current legislative session.
Concealed Carry Corner: Carrying a Backup Gun
Welcome back to another edition of Concealed Carry Corner. Last week, we took a look at what to do when you're traveling with a handgun. If you happened to miss that article, be sure to click the link here to check it out. This week, I want to take a closer look at the idea of a backup...
Australia to Provide Thales ACAR to Papua New Guinea Defence Force
In February, the minutes from an Australian Senate meeting revealed that Australia plans to provide the Papua New Guinea Defence Force with more than 3,000 new Thales ACAR - or Australian Combat Assault Rifles.
Michigan House Republicans Unveil Bills to Allow Constitutional Carry
A group of Michigan House Republicans has unveiled a package of five bills aimed at making the Great Lakes State the 30th state in the nation with a so-called “Constitutional Carry” law.
Florida AG Says Jacksonville Firearm Registry Violated State Law
Florida AG James Uthmeier says Jacksonville violated state law by keeping firearm registry and directs evidence review for possible penalties.
Front Line Friday #4: Patrol Rifle Setups to Reduce Training Burden
Your rifle doesn’t need to be “cool.” It needs to be the same every time, for every officer, under every dumb condition.