FFL News Digest: NFA Ruling, SCOTUS on Deck, Retail Momentum
A federal court weakens key NFA restrictions, SCOTUS loads up for a big gun term, and the industry shows real retail momentum. Fred Thompson’s Friday digest for FFL dealers.
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Third Circuit Lets New Jersey Keep Enforcing Unconstitutional Rifle and Magazine Bans
New Jersey may continue enforcing its rifle and magazine bans while the state asks the Supreme Court to reverse its Third Circuit defeat.
‘Gang of Four’ Coordinated Washington Hunting Policy Behind Closed Doors
The 68-page report, released July 31, looked at allegations that commissioners violated the Public Records Act, the Open Public Meetings Act and were essentially too cozy with organizations which oppose department policies.
Sell More Guns: Multi-Channel Strategies for FFLs
Local gun shops are seeing record sales. Learn how POS integrations, marketplace listings, and compliant text marketing can put your FFL in front of more buyers.
The Regulatory Tailwind: How FFL Dealers Can Capitalize on ATF Reform and Market Momentum in 2026
With ATF regulatory reforms creating new opportunities and market momentum surging into 2026, FFL dealers have a rare window to grow. This guide covers online marketplace strategy, POS upgrades, compliance marketing, SMS campaigns, and revenue diversification — a five-point playbook for the rest of the year.
Trump DOJ Defends NFA Gun Registry Despite Supreme Court’s Wolford Ruling
The Trump Justice Department says the Supreme Court’s Wolford decision does not meaningfully affect a constitutional challenge to the National Firearms Act. Mark Smith argues DOJ is stretching Miller, shifting the burden onto gun owners and disguising a federal firearm registry as a licensing s...
Mastering Local SEO: A Step-by-Step Guide for FFL Gun Shop Owners in 2026
Learn how to dominate local search in 2026 with this complete local SEO guide for FFL gun shop owners — covering Google Business Profile, citations, reviews, on-page SEO, and more.
Breaking: New Jersey’s Semi-Auto Rifle and Magazine Ban Falls — What FFLs Need to Know
New Jersey State Police have confirmed the Third Circuit’s ruling striking down the state’s semi-auto rifle and magazine bans takes effect July 31, 2026. Here’s what FFL dealers need to know about the transition.
DOJ Moves to Block Virgin Islands Gun Ban — What FFLs Need to Know
The DOJ is asking a federal judge to block the U.S. Virgin Islands' new gun and magazine ban, arguing the Third Circuit's Cheeseman decision already settled the constitutional question. Here's what FFL dealers need to know.
Third Circuit Ruling Takes Effect July 31: What NJ FFLs Need to Know — Plus This Week's Legal Roundup
The Third Circuit's en banc ruling striking down New Jersey's semi-automatic rifle and magazine bans takes effect July 31, 2026. NJ State Police have notified dealers. Plus: VA injunction lifting, DOJ blocks Virgin Islands ban, and Maryland Glock ban challenged.