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2026 Suppressor Tax Stamp is GONE – FREE Buyer’s Guide + State Legality Map + Everything You Need to Know Now
2026 Suppressor Tax Stamp is Officially Gone… So Why Is Everyone Still So Confused?

The $200 federal tax stamp on suppressors is dead.

You’d think that would make things simple, right?

Wrong.

Gun shops are getting flooded with questions. Facebook groups are full of conflicting answers. Forums are a mess of “I heard this” and “my dealer said that.” Even experienced shooters are scratching their heads trying to figure out:
- Is it still an NFA item?
- Do I need a trust or can I do it as an individual?
- What about my state — is it even legal here?
- How long is the wait time now?
- What should I actually buy first without wasting money?
The tax stamp change created a gold rush… but it also created total confusion.

That’s exactly why we created this.

We put together a clear, no-BS, one-page reference guide that cuts through all the noise and gives gun owners exactly what they need right now — current state legality, the actual 2026 buying process, what’s real and what’s myth, and the practical checklist most people are missing.

It’s 100% free, no catch, and we’ll email it straight to you the moment you request it.

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Here’s Why So Many Gun Owners Are Still Lost Right Now

Even though the big tax barrier is gone, suppressors are still regulated. The ATF approval process didn’t disappear. State laws didn’t magically change overnight. And the internet is full of half-truths that could get you in trouble or cause you to waste money on the wrong setup.

That’s where most people get stuck — and that’s exactly what our guide solves.

What You’ll Get in the Free Report
- The real 2026 buying roadmap (step-by-step, simplified)
- Which states still ban suppressors completely
- The biggest myths that are wasting people’s time and money
- Practical checklist so you don’t make a costly mistake
- Exactly what most first-time buyers should consider
No fluff. No sales pitch inside the guide. Just the clear answers you need so you can move forward confidently.

Ready for clarity instead of confusion?

Fill out the quick form and we’ll send you the free guide immediately.

We’ll also keep you in the loop if anything changes with the ATF (because with them, it always might).

Stay armed, stay legal, and stop guessing,

Christopher Swainhart GunStuff TV Host

For informational purposes only. This is not legal advice. Always verify with the ATF and your state and local laws. Accurate as of June 2026.
June 30, 2026
What Do Vampires and the Founding Fathers Have in Common?
GunStuff TV is proud to bring you another must-watch episode featuring Kostas Moros, Director of Legal Research and Education for the Second Amendment Foundation (SAF). In this timely discussion, originally aired on June 25, 2026, Kostas breaks down two major recent Supreme Court rulings that reinforce our constitutional right to keep and bear arms.

The “Vampire Rule” and Founding-Era Wisdom

The episode title cleverly nods to a key theme in one of the cases: the idea that certain restrictions on gun rights only apply under very narrow, extreme conditions — much like how vampires are only vulnerable under specific circumstances (sunlight, stakes, etc.). The Founding Fathers understood self-defense as a fundamental right, and modern courts are increasingly aligning with that original understanding.

Key Cases Discussed

1. United States v. Hemani (Decided June 18, 2026) In a unanimous 9-0 decision authored by Justice Neil Gorsuch, the Supreme Court held that the federal ban on firearm possession by “unlawful users” of controlled substances (18 U.S.C. § 922(g)(3)) is unconstitutional as applied to someone like Ali Hemani — a marijuana user who was not actively intoxicated or demonstrating dangerousness at the time of possession.
- The Court emphasized that historical analogues for disarmament were limited to those whose habitual, extreme intoxicant use rendered them incapacitated or a clear danger.
- This ruling protects law-abiding citizens who use substances like marijuana (legal in many states) from automatic federal disarmament without proof of contemporaneous impairment.
- Concurring opinions reinforced the limits of such categorical bans under the Second Amendment.
2. Wolford v. Lopez This case challenges Hawaii’s restrictions on concealed carry, particularly the requirement for express permission from property owners to carry on private property open to the public (e.g., stores, restaurants). The decision addresses whether such laws impermissibly burden the right to bear arms in public spaces consistent with historical traditions.

Kostas provides expert insight into the arguments, historical context, and implications for gun owners nationwide, especially in light of Bruen’s history-and-tradition test.

Why This Matters for Gun Owners

These rulings represent significant wins for the Second Amendment:
- They push back against overly broad, categorical restrictions.
- They affirm that the right to keep and bear arms isn’t a “second-class right.”
- They provide clarity and stronger legal footing for challenges to similar laws across the country.
Kostas Moros, with his deep experience litigating 2A cases and authoring amicus briefs, delivers clear, actionable analysis that every shooter, concealed carrier, and 2A supporter should hear.

Watch the Full Episode

Head over to our Vimeo page to watch the complete interview: What Do Vampires and the Founding Fathers Have in Common?

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June 25, 2026
GOA Exposes ATF’s Illegal Billion Record Gun Database – GunStuff TV
Erich Pratt from Gun Owners of America recaps his testimony in front of the U.S. Senate exposing the ATF’s gun registry database of nearly one billion records.

In April 2026, Gun Owners of America Senior Vice President Erich Pratt testified before the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. He laid bare the shocking reality: the ATF has amassed nearly one billion records on American gun owners — with 94% already digitized and searchable.

Nearly 1 Billion Records
94% digitized • Searchable by name, address, make, model & serial number
This is the very definition of an illegal national gun registry.

This massive database directly violates federal law (18 U.S.C. § 926(a)(3)), which prohibits the creation of a national gun registry. GOA first blew the whistle in 2021 when they discovered the Biden ATF was adding 54 million records in a single year. The numbers have only exploded since.

Pratt warned senators that this registry functions as a “confiscation list waiting to be used.” With names, addresses, and detailed firearm information already in digital form, the infrastructure for future gun confiscation is already in place.

Key Takeaways from the Testimony
- The ATF maintains over 920 million gun transaction records — most now searchable.
- 94% are already in digital format, making them easy to query.
- GOA is calling on Congress to immediately delete this illegal registry.
- Pratt also urged action on nationwide concealed carry reciprocity and rolling back other ATF overreach.
This is one of the most important interviews GunStuff TV has aired on the growing threat of government gun owner registration. Every American who owns a firearm needs to understand what the ATF has built — and what it means for the future of the Second Amendment.

Featuring: Erich Pratt — Senior Vice President, Gun Owners of America

Sources & Further Reading:

• Full Testimony PDF – Erich Pratt (April 15, 2026)

• GOA: Congress Must Delete ATF’s Illegal Registry
June 25, 2026
Tennessee Legislature Passes Landmark Law Requiring Blood Tests and Toxicology Screening for Psychotropic Drugs in Mass Shooters
In a move that’s drawing national attention from 2A advocates and mental health watchdogs alike, Tennessee has enacted legislation aimed at uncovering potential connections between psychotropic drugs and mass shootings. On May 21, 2026 Sheila Matthews of AbleChild appeared on GunStuff TV to explain.

Signed into law by Governor Bill Lee in April 2025 (effective July 1, 2025), Senate Bill 1146 / House Bill 1349 requires county medical examiners or regional forensic centers to take specific actions during autopsies of decedents suspected of committing a mass shooting that resulted in four or more deaths:
- Consult the shooter’s treating mental health professional or primary care physician (if known) to gather information on psychotropic drug use.
- Test the decedent for the presence of any drugs, including psychotropic medications such as antidepressants (SSRIs), benzodiazepines, and others.
- Send a blood sample to the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Pharmacy for further analysis of drug interactions.
- Report findings (with personal identifiers redacted) to the UT Health Science Center and the Tennessee Department of Health.
A 2026 expansion bill (SB 2088 / HB 2013, signed May 2026, effective July 1, 2026) broadens the scope to incidents involving 4+ injuries or clear attempts to kill multiple people. It also allows law enforcement to request blood or urine tests from living suspects with probable cause and consent.

Why This Matters to Gun Owners

While the mainstream media often rushes to blame guns and the Second Amendment after these tragedies, Tennessee lawmakers are asking tougher questions about mental health treatment, prescription drugs, and their potential role in violent outbursts. This data-driven approach could provide real answers instead of the usual rush to more gun control.

Advocates like AbleChild have praised the law for shining a light on psychiatric drug risks that are too often ignored.

Official Bill Text: SB 1146 on Tennessee General Assembly site

Read more background: Tennessee Mass Shooter Law: Psychotropic Drug Toxicology Testing Explained

GunStuff TV Takeaway: Real solutions to violence start with honest investigation—not infringing on the rights of law-abiding citizens. We’ll continue tracking this story and similar developments in ATF rules, state legislation, and mental health policy. Stay tuned for more 2A news.

What do you think? Should more states follow Tennessee’s lead? Drop your thoughts in the comments and share this with fellow gun owners.
June 24, 2026