Grass Roots North Carolina, P.O. Box 10665, Raleigh, NC 27605
877-282-0939, https://grnc.org/wp/, Fax: 919-573-0354
GRNC ALERT
REFORM NATIONAL FIREARMS ACT NOW
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DEMAND INCLUSION OF NFA REFORMS
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WHAT IS HAPPENING?: Due to delays in passage of the budget reconciliation bill in Congress, there is an opportunity to make much needed reforms to egregious restrictions in the1934 National Firearms Act (NFA).
IMPACT: Specifically, reforms include removal of firearm suppressors from the NFA regulatory framework and changing the classification of short-barreled rifles (SBRs) and short-barreled shotguns (SBSs) which subjects them to the same onerous regulations as machine guns and other highly restricted devices. Many of us have been subject to these ridiculous restrictions of our constitutional rights.
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IMMEDIATE ACTION REQUIRED!
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- IMMEDIATELY CONTACT Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (R-NC) and urge her to incorporate NFA Reforms into the budget reconciliation bill.
Virginia Foxx D.C. Office: (202) 225-2017
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Suggested Subject: “Incorporate NFA Reforms into Reconciiiation Bill”
As your constituent, I respectfully request immediate inclusion of portions of the Hearing Protection Act (H.R. 404) and the Stop Harassing Owners of Rifles Today (SHORT) Act (H.R. 2395) in the forthcoming reconciliation bill. These critical pieces of legislation address longstanding, unjust restrictions imposed by the National Firearms Act (NFA) of 1934 which infringe upon the Second Amendment rights of law-abiding Americans. The failure to incorporate these bills into the reconciliation package would represent a profound missed opportunity to restore individual liberty, protect public health, and uphold constitutional guarantees.
The Hearing Protection Act (H.R. 404), introduced by Representative Ben Cline (R-VA-06), seeks to remove firearm suppressors from the NFA’s burdensome regulatory framework, replacing it with a streamlined purchase process for typical accessories. Suppressors, contrary to popular misconceptions, do not silence firearms but significantly reduce noise levels, mitigating the risk of permanent hearing loss for shooters and hunters. The American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery has endorsed suppressors as effective tools for preventing hearing damage, a public health concern affecting millions of Americans. The current NFA requirements — including a $200 tax stamp for both manufacture and transfer of the devices, extensive paperwork, and excessive waiting times — serve no meaningful public safety purpose while imposing undue financial and administrative burdens on responsible citizens. With over
4.8 million suppressors in civilian circulation, their widespread use underscores the need for reform.
Similarly, the SHORT Act (H.R. 2395) addresses the arbitrary NFA classification of short-barreled rifles (SBRs) and short-barreled shotguns (SBSs), which subjects them to the same onerous regulations as transferable machine guns and other highly restricted devices. This outdated framework, rooted in 1930s-era fears of organized crime, lacks relevance in the modern context, where SBRs and SBSs pose no greater threat than standard rifles or shotguns. The SHORT Act would delist these firearms from the NFA, eliminating unnecessary barriers to ownership and ensuring that law-abiding Americans are not penalized for exercising their constitutional rights.
Language compliant with the U.S. Senate “Byrd rule” (2 U.S.C. 644) is circulating the Second Amendment community and should be incorporated in the current budget reconciliation package. The urgency of including this language in the reconciliation package cannot be overstated. Recent reports indicate that the House Ways and Means Committee has delayed action on both H.R. 404 and H.R. 2395, potentially due to lobbying efforts that prioritize commercial interests over the public good. Such delays are unacceptable, particularly when public sentiment, as reflected in numerous grassroots calls to action, overwhelmingly supports NFA reform. The reconciliation process offers a unique opportunity to bypass Senate filibuster constraints, ensuring that these common-sense reforms reach the House floor and become law. Failure to seize this moment risks further entrenching an antiquated and unconstitutional regulatory
regime.
Opponents of these reforms, such as Michael Bloomberg’s “Everytown for Gun Safety,” argue that suppressor deregulation poses public safety risks by making gunfire less detectable. This claim is false and ignores the reality that suppressors reduce, but do not eliminate, firearm noise. Moreover, homemade suppressors are readily accessible to those with criminal intent.
The public safety argument against SBR deregulation is equally baseless, as these firearms are functionally identical to their longer-barreled counterparts. These objections, often rooted in fearmongering rather than evidence, should not override the constitutional rights of millions of Americans.
The Second Amendment unequivocally protects the right to keep and bear arms, and the NFA’s restrictive provisions—originally enacted to combat gang violence nearly a century ago—have long outlived their utility. The Hearing Protection Act and the SHORT Act represent measured, practical steps toward aligning federal law with contemporary realities and constitutional principles. Their inclusion in the reconciliation bill is not merely a policy preference but a moral and legal imperative.
I request that the House Committee on Rules and the committee on Budgets act decisively to ensure that broadly supported language of H.R. 404 and H.R. 2395 are incorporated into the reconciliation package in their entirety, without dilution or compromise. The American people deserve legislation that respects their rights, promotes public health, and dismantles unnecessary bureaucratic obstacles. I strongly urge you to heed the calls of millions of gun owners and Second Amendment advocates who have made their voices clear. The time for action is now.
Respectfully,
[Your name]
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Bear Creek Arsenal
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Black Hawk International Security, LLC
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6255 Town Center Dr #708
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Business phone: (336) 714-3484
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Owner: David Leonard Email: DLeonard@BHiSecurity.net
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Blue Ridge Marksmanship
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A wide variety of courses offered.
827 Roaring Fork Road
Burnsville, NC 28714
http://blueridgemarksmanship.com
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828-772-6884
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77 Morgan Branch Rd.
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P.O. Box 11209
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540-953-0016 or 888-715-0606
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Carolina Firearms Forum
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http://carolinafirearmsforum.com
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Carolina Gunrunners
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1141 Falls River Ave #110
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https://carolinagunrunners.com/
919-803-4605
We have changed the concept of the local gun store. Quality products, expertise, and friendly customer service are all packaged in a family friendly setting with fair pricing.
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| Carolina Sporting Arms |
The Carolinas’ destination for quality firearms and exceptional customer service for over 20 years. We specialize in firearms and firearms-related products with unmatched expertise to help both beginners and experienced shooters find the right products to meet their needs. Charlotte’s only Five-Star indoor range! www.csaguns.com |
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Cornbread Tactical LLC
new benefactor
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969 Rivers St.
Boone, NC 28607
www.cornbreadtactical.com/
828-386-1406
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DD Media
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8300 Raintree Lane
Charlotte, NC 28277
donna@doubledme.com
phone: 704-650-5555, fax: 704-544-0326 |
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Dr. Dan’s Freedom Forum &
Freedom Forum Radio
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Dr. Dan’s Freedom Forum and Freedom Forum Radio is a call to arms for American Patriots who will stand up now as our Founding Fathers did to defend the Constitution, Natural Law Rights, and Freedoms guaranteed to each of us.
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| Dixie Deer Classic |
www.dixiedeerclassic.org |
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| Dixie Gun and Knife Shows |
PO Box 21049
Raleigh, NC 27619
www.dixiegunandknifeshow.com
919-781-1287 |
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Hyatt Farms Shooting Complex
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990 Burnsville Church Road.
Polkton, NC 28135
https://ncsportingclays.com
sales@ncsportingclays.com
Biz phone: 704-826-6014
Mobile 704-6618229
North Carolina’s newest outdoor shooting complex in Anson County, one hour East of Charlotte.
Sporting clays 600-yard rifle and pistol bays with steel targets.
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| Hyatt Guns |
3332 Wilkinson Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28208
www.hyattguns.com
704-394-0387 |
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| MK Shows |
Mike Kent
PO Box 685
Monroe, GA 30655
http://MKShows.com
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770-630-7296 |
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Ronald J. Shook II
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Ron is a ferocious supporter of the Second Amendment. He has twice sued Sheriff Garry McFadden on behalf of GRNC for his unconstitutional treatment of gun permitting in Mecklenburg County. Ron is a lifetime member of GRNC, and he is licensed to practice in all NC State and Federal Courts. He has helped people all over the state to restore their gun rights, and he frequently represents individuals on appeal for denial of a concealed handgun permit. Ron has proven that he is the “go-to” guy when it comes to gun rights in North Carolina. If you are looking to restore your gun rights after a felony conviction, or involuntary commitment, or you have been wrongly denied a concealed handgun permit or firearm purchase, Ron can help!
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121 E. Main Ave. Gastonia, NC 28052
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NC Ordnance
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Over 2,400 finest reproduction US & Foreign grips and buttplates
Bill Harvey/Owner
PO Box 3254
www.gungrip.com
bharvey@gungrip.com
(252) 237-2440
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| Triangle Shooting Academy |
The #1 indoor shooting range in the Carolinas. Shop, shoot and learn. Open to the public.
6501 Mt. Herman Rd.
Raleigh, NC 27617
https://triangleshootingacademy.com
(919) 802-2040 |
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ACE PAWN SHOP
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Pawn, Purchase, Sell, New & Used Merchandise, Firearms, Gold and Misc.
Jeff Darden/ Owner, 5721 Bragg Blvd, Fayetteville, NC 28303
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email: AcePawn57@aol.com Phone: 910-867-4010 |
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Concealed carry permit course. We teach for NC, FL, TN, VA and other states. Instructors are law enforcement/military. State Certified. Hands-on, personal attention, all ages especially seniors. Call: 828-356-5454 or visit www.wecancarry.com – “The most recommended course.” Individual and Group rates. Will travel. |
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| Duncan Gun & Pawn |
414 Second St.
North Wilkesboro, NC 28659
www.duncangun.com
336-667-6303
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| Ed’s Gun Shop |
5560 US 1 Hwy
Vass, NC 28394
https://www.edsgunshop.com
Phone: 910-692-7936, Fax: 910-692-4867
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The Range at Ballantyne
The Range at Lake Norman
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10913 Bailey Road
Cornelius, NC
www.therangeatballantyne.com
704-896-3155
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10913 Bailey Rd
Cornelius, NC 28031
www.therangeatlakenorman.com
bsisson@therangeatlakenorman.com
704-896-3155
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| Shooter’s Express |
2 Caldwell Dr.
Belmont, NC 28012
www.shootersexpress.com
800-358-GUNS (4867)
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| TacticalGearOps |
http://tacticalgearops.com
sales@tacticalgearops.com
888-285-2649 |
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| Vanguard Security Consulting, LLC |
19135 W. Catawba Ave
Cornelius, NC 28031 |
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