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As many of our readers are likely aware, on April 7, 2025 ATF rescinded the Zero Tolerance Policy that was implemented under the Biden Administration.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

News from the 16th Annual NSSF Import/Export Conference in Washington, D.C.

Attorney Joshua Prince and I attended the Annual NSSF Import/Export Conference in Washington, D.C. this week. There were a variety of presentations that were given on a variety of topics including: Federal Search Warrants and Regulatory Site Visits, Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards, Foreign Military Sales, ATF Panel Discussion, and Round Table Discussions (the best part … Continue reading News from the 16th Annual NSSF Import/Export Conference in Washington, D.C.

Breaking News: ATF To Issue Two Monumental Determinations

Today, at the NSSF/FAIR Trade Group's 16th Annual Firearms Import/Export Conference, during the roundtable discussions, the Firearms and Ammunition Technology Division (FATD) stated that it is working on two monumental determinations regarding modular silencers and vertical/angled foregrips. First, in relation to vertical/angled foregrips, it was disclosed that FATD has received numerous requests for determination. These … Continue reading Breaking News: ATF To Issue Two Monumental Determinations

News from the Round Table Discussions at the NSSF Import/Export Conference

It's that time of year again, the NSSF Import/Export Conference which is held in Washington, D.C. While the conference is designed to help educate companies about the import/export regulations and laws they might encounter while in the business, the conference does provide for round table discussions with ATF, DDTC and other Firearm Industry officials. Some of … Continue reading News from the Round Table Discussions at the NSSF Import/Export Conference

A Round Table Discussion with ATF

Having had the opportunity to sit around a table with different members of ATF, a few different things were learned. And don't worry, the cartoon doesn't reflect the attitude of those I spoke to. NFA Branch In regards to the NFA Branch and processing times, it appears that they are aiming for a processing time … Continue reading A Round Table Discussion with ATF