Minnesota Firearm News

The Department of Justice has filed a landmark lawsuit against the U.S. Virgin Islands, alleging violations of the Second Amendment and potentially setting the stage for constitutional protections to be extended to U.S. territories under the 14th Amendment. If successful, the case could force territories like Puerto Rico, Guam, and American Samoa to recognize federal gun rights—marking a major shift for citizens living under some of the most restrictive firearm laws in the Un

The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) has long provided American shooters and collectors with rare access to historic military firearms. Now, thanks to a provision in the latest National Defense Authorization Act, Congress has expanded the CMP’s authority to include the sale of surplus military shotguns for the first time. While restrictions still apply, the move opens the door for collectors to acquire scarce firearms with deep military history—signaling a notable shift in

Following a deadly weekend of mass shootings and growing political pressure, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has signed two executive orders aimed at addressing so-called “gun violence.” While the orders do not change existing firearm laws or impact what gun owners can buy, sell, or transfer, they signal a renewed push for gun control in Minnesota. With the state legislature evenly divided and major elections looming in 2026, these actions serve as a warning shot for gun owners a

As New Year’s approaches, major changes to federal gun law are set to take effect. A provision in the recently passed “Big Beautiful Bill” reduces the tax stamp on certain National Firearms Act (NFA) items—including suppressors, SBRs, SBSs, and AOWs—to $0. To prepare for this change, the ATF will shut down its eForms system from December 26 through January 1, temporarily halting all NFA transfers and dealer restocking nationwide. Gun owners and FFLs alike should act quickly,

We are at a crossroads in the firearm industry for a multitude of reasons.  Whether it is laws, regulations, or standards, the rate at which the firearm industry is progressing many things have not caught up.  As things like Forced Reset Triggers get more advanced and prominent, it will force the industry as a whole to adopt industry-wide standards. 

The Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco, and Firearms quietly released an update into the registry to streamline the crossing of state lines.  It signals a bit of a shift inside ATF that we have been watching over the past year.  It also signals that the ATF is finally working toward entering the 21 st century.                 Since the inception of the National Firearms Act (1934) it has placed onerous requirements on the owners of various items.  Short Barreled Rifles (SBRS), Short