The Fight Heats Up to Destroy ATF’s Illegal Gun Owner Registry – #2A
In a powerful testament to grassroots activism and legislative pushback, recent developments signal a significant challenge to what many see as overreaches by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF). The focus is a massive, nearly billion-record gun registry that has alarmed gun rights advocates and spurred action from Congressional leaders.
The Unfolding Scenario
In 2022, AmmoLand News’ John Crump uncovered that the ATF was maintaining a searchable database containing over 920 million records related to gun purchases. This database, largely digital, stands in direct violation of the clear prohibitions set by federal law against such a registry, echoing fears of a slippery slope towards broader firearms confiscation—a tactic seen in other countries and long feared by American gun rights proponents.
The discovery prompted immediate action from Congress, with leaders like Senator James Risch and Representative Michael Cloud introducing the “No Registry Rights Act.” This proposed legislation aims to dismantle the ATF’s registry and restore adherence to the original intent of the Firearms Owner Protection Act, which strictly prohibits any form of national gun registry.
The Role of Advocacy and Legislative Efforts
The GOA’s efforts and subsequent legislative proposals underscore a critical point: Vigilance and advocacy remain essential in protecting Second Amendment rights and should serve as a rallying call for gun owners to engage with…