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Hearing Protection Act: Changes to Firearm Silencer Regulations.

This act changes how firearm silencers are regulated. It removes them from the definition of firearms subject to special regulations, making their purchase and possession simpler. Additionally, the act preempts certain state taxes and registration requirements for silencers and mandates the destruction of existing federal records.
Key points
Firearm silencers will no longer be treated as firearms subject to special federal registration and licensing requirements.
Federal registration and licensing requirements for silencers will be eliminated, and existing registration data will be destroyed.
The act preempts state and local taxes (other than general sales or use taxes) and requirements for marking, recordkeeping, or registration of silencers.
A federal excise tax of 10% will be imposed on the sale of firearm silencers by manufacturers, producers, or importers.
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Print number: 117_S_2050
Sponsor: Sen. Crapo, Mike [R-ID]
Process start date: 2021-06-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Hearing Protection Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2050.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-06-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Firearm silencers will no longer be treated as firearms subject to special federal registration and licensing requirements.
  • Federal registration and licensing requirements for silencers will be eliminated, and existing registration data will be destroyed.
  • The act preempts state and local taxes (other than general sales or use taxes) and requirements for marking, recordkeeping, or registration of silencers.
  • A federal excise tax of 10% will be imposed on the sale of firearm silencers by manufacturers, producers, or importers.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Crapo, Mike [R-ID].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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