Texas court order kicks in striking federal rules on silencers and certain guns
A federal judge in Texas struck down regulations on firearm silencers and certain guns that had been in place since 1934. The Trump administration chose not to appeal the ruling before the deadline, allowing the court order to take effect. This lifted federal restrictions on these firearms for some gun groups and government agencies.
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8 sourcesRegulations eased in Texas on suppressors, certain guns after court order takes effect
Limits on certain firearms, silencers lifted for some in Texas after judge’s order takes effect
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2 developments- Aug 14Major federal firearm rules change in Texas after DOJ declines emergency appeal
- Aug 14Limits on certain firearms, silencers lifted for some in Texas after judge’s order takes effect
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