Congress has passed legislation blocking the $200 tax on suppressors and short-barreled rifles (SBRs) under the National Firearms Act (NFA).

For decades, suppressors and SBRs have required buyers to pay a $200 federal tax and go through an extended approval process. This new move in Congress removes that tax requirement, which could significantly lower the cost of purchasing these items if fully implemented.

The change represents one of the most notable federal firearms policy shifts in years. While the NFA itself remains in place, blocking the tax weakens one of its most well-known provisions.

Gun owners should still watch for further developments, including potential legal challenges and how federal agencies implement the change. State-level restrictions may also remain in effect depending on local law.

This is a developing story, but for now, the passage of this bill marks a major milestone in the ongoing debate over suppressor and SBR regulation in the United States.