If you've been following our recent articles about the General Assembly's repeal of Pennsylvania's antiquated Sunday hunting prohibition and Governor Shapiro's decision to sign it into law you would know that the last hurdle was the PGC exercising the new authority in relation to the already existing seasons and regulations. Fortunately, that wait is over. … Continue reading Game Commission Adopts Sunday Hunting Days for 2025
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Could SBR’s Soon Be Cheaper than Rifles? A Possible Side Effect of the BBB
As anybody who has paid even a little bit of attention to the news recently surely knows, the federal government recently passed this year's budget reconciliation (Big Beautiful Bill), touching on hundreds of pieces of federal law. Our industry watched the bill's progress closely because of efforts to deregulate certain National Firearms Act (NFA) weapons. … Continue reading Could SBR’s Soon Be Cheaper than Rifles? A Possible Side Effect of the BBB
Repeal of Ban on Sunday Hunting Heads to the Governor’s Desk!
It was almost six year ago the first time I wrote an article here about an expansion to Sunday hunting opportunities in the Commonwealth, and all we were getting was three measly days per year for big game species. It was over four years ago the last time I wrote about PGC's expansion of Sunday … Continue reading Repeal of Ban on Sunday Hunting Heads to the Governor’s Desk!
AG Bondi Chastises Montgomery County Sheriff Kilkenny and PA AG Sunday
Pennsylvania residents interested in firearms are likely already aware that Licenses to Carry Firearms necessary to escape the draconian restrictions the General Assembly has placed on the carry of firearms - prohibiting carrying concealed, transporting in a vehicle, open carrying in Philadelphia, and so on (with limited exceptions). For those in the state and not … Continue reading AG Bondi Chastises Montgomery County Sheriff Kilkenny and PA AG Sunday
ATF Publishes New Agency Direction and Invites Some Revoked FFL’s to Reapply
As many of our readers are likely aware, on April 7, 2025 ATF rescinded the Zero Tolerance Policy that was implemented under the Biden Administration. Under that policy, ATF classified certain types of violations found during compliance inspections as "zero tolerance" and would issue a Notice of Revocation, no matter the number or circumstances around … Continue reading ATF Publishes New Agency Direction and Invites Some Revoked FFL’s to Reapply
AG Publishes Interim Final Rule Reclaiming Authority to Restore Federal Firearms Rights
Under federal law, 18 U.S.C. § 925(c), a person who has lost their firearms rights under federal law, can apply to the Attorney General for the restoration of their firearms rights. The Attorney General can grant that relief he/she is satisfied that the "circumstances regarding the disability, and the applicant's record and reputation, are such … Continue reading AG Publishes Interim Final Rule Reclaiming Authority to Restore Federal Firearms Rights
Maryland Handgun Roster Board Denies or Tables Nearly Every New Petition, What Next?
As our Maryland readers will surely be aware, the Maryland Handgun Roster Board (HRB) presides over the process of approving handguns for addition to the Maryland Handgun Roster, which is required before any handgun manufactured post-1984 can be sold in the state. Although the meeting minutes won't be available until June, I'm hearing that at … Continue reading Maryland Handgun Roster Board Denies or Tables Nearly Every New Petition, What Next?
Acting U.S. Attorney for D.C. Instructs AUSA’s to Prosecute All Referred Firearms Charges
According a memorandum he published to X, the Acting U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia has ordered the Assistant U.S. Attorneys (prosecutors) in his district to pursue every firearm related charge referred to them, and to seek pretrial detention (imprisonment) and appeal every denial of pretrial detention for a wide swath of charges. While … Continue reading Acting U.S. Attorney for D.C. Instructs AUSA’s to Prosecute All Referred Firearms Charges
4th Annual Firearms Safety and Law Seminar with Ron Mest Sports on March 2, 2025
On March 2, 2025, Firearms Industry Consulting Group Attorney Dillon Harris will join Ron Mest Sports and several other presenters for the 4th Annual Firearms Safety and Law Seminar at Pike Township Sportsmen's Association to speak on a number of topics relevant to both new and experienced firearms owners. This is a full-day seminar with … Continue reading 4th Annual Firearms Safety and Law Seminar with Ron Mest Sports on March 2, 2025
Fall Hunting is Here! A few tips to remember when going afield
The Pennsylvania Game Commission (PGC) State Game Wardens (SGW) and Deputy State Game Wardens (DSGW) are law enforcement officers. That means you are not obligated to speak with them and can invoke your right to remain silent. It also means that anything you say to them can and will be used against you in court! … Continue reading Fall Hunting is Here! A few tips to remember when going afield
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