NFA SBS Act

No Frivolous Application for Short-Barreled Shotguns Act or the NFA SBS Act

This bill removes certain short-barreled shotguns from the definition of firearms for purposes of the National Firearms Act. It also eliminates the prohibition on the sale or transportation of such shotguns in interstate commerce and treats persons who acquire or possess a short-barreled shotgun as meeting the registration or licensing requirements for such shotguns where such requirements are determined by reference to the National Firearms Act.

The bill preempts state or local laws that impose a tax or recordkeeping requirements on short-barreled shotguns.

The Department of Justice must destroy records relating to the registration of shotguns described by this bill within one year after the enactment of this bill.

Bill 118 hr 151, also known as the NFA SBS Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The bill aims to amend the National Firearms Act (NFA) to remove the requirement for individuals to register short-barreled rifles (SBRs) and short-barreled shotguns (SBSs) with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF).

Under the current NFA regulations, individuals who possess SBRs and SBSs are required to pay a tax and undergo a background check in order to register these firearms with the ATF. The NFA SBS Act seeks to eliminate this registration requirement for SBRs and SBSs, making it easier for law-abiding citizens to own these types of firearms.

Supporters of the bill argue that the registration process for SBRs and SBSs is burdensome and unnecessary, as these firearms are already subject to strict regulations and background checks at the time of purchase. They believe that removing the registration requirement will streamline the process for law-abiding gun owners and reduce the administrative burden on the ATF. Opponents of the bill, however, express concerns about the potential impact on public safety. They argue that removing the registration requirement for SBRs and SBSs could make it easier for individuals to obtain these firearms without proper oversight, potentially increasing the risk of gun violence. Overall, the NFA SBS Act is a controversial piece of legislation that has sparked debate among lawmakers and gun rights advocates. As the bill continues to make its way through the legislative process, it will be important to closely monitor any developments and consider the potential implications for public safety and gun ownership rights.