Gun Laws Change as Tax Removed | San Antonio News

Federal firearm and silencer restrictions, dating back to 1934, have been effectively nullified in Texas and other states after the Trump administration chose not to appeal a court ruling that struck down the regulations — which had required a $200 tax and registration. The change follows last year’s legislative removal of that tax for specific weapons, prompting a lawsuit from 15 Republican-led states. A Lubbock judge ruled the regulations were unconstitutional once the tax was eliminated, and with no emergency appeal filed, the decision took effect. Gun rights supporters hail it as a Second Amendment victory, while gun control advocates warn of increased public safety risks, especially given these weapons’ use in mass shootings and their role in obscuring gun activity. The DOJ is now assessing its next steps, with a potential appeal window closing in 60 days. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/db3df7f8d542bd84