ATF–DEA Merger Proposal Scrapped: What It Means for the Firearms Industry
Posted by Jason Hansen on Jan 19th 2026
ATF–DEA Merger Proposal Scrapped: What It Means for the Firearms Industry
A quick breakdown of the withdrawn DOJ reorganization idea, why it faced bipartisan backlash, and what manufacturers and FFLs should watch next.
What happened?
The Trump administration has dropped a proposal that would have folded the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) int
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What to Expect at SHOT Show 2026: Trends, Gear, and What the Industry Is Watching
Posted by jason hansen on Jan 14th 2026
What to Expect at SHOT Show 2026: Trends, Gear, and What the Industry Is Watching
Why SHOT Show Matters
SHOT Show (Shooting, Hunting and Outdoor Trade Show) is where the industry sets the tone for the year. Manufacturers unveil new products, retailers and distributors evaluate what will move, and media covers the innovations that shape the next 12 months. Even if you&rsquo
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Federal Firearms Funding in 2026: What the Latest ATF Budget Signals for Gun Owners and the Industry
Posted by Jason Hansen on Jan 13th 2026
ATF Funding in 2026: What H.R. 6938 Signals for Gun Owners, FFLs, and the Firearms Industry
A major federal spending package moved quickly through Congress this month, and one piece of it matters directly to the firearms community: the 2026 funding level for the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF).
1) The bill and where it stands
The House passed H.R. 6938
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