Why Ending the NFA is Critical for Preserving Our Second Amendment Rights

Every day, law-abiding Americans’ Second Amendment rights are chipped away by outdated and unconstitutional legislation. Chief among these infringements is the National Firearms Act (NFA), a nearly 90-year-old law that restricts access to various firearms and firearm accessories. While touted by gun-control advocates as a “common-sense” regulation, the NFA has done little to deter crime. Instead, it acts as a bureaucratic obstacle course for those who value freedom, self-defense, and the constitutional right to bear arms. At Fortress Firearms Training, we stand firm in our belief that gun ownership is not a privilege granted by the government—it is a right endowed by our Creator and protected by the Constitution.

The NFA: A Historical Relic Weaponizing Bureaucracy

Originally passed in 1934 under FDR’s administration, the National Firearms Act created an extensive regulatory framework meant to control access to particular types of firearms—namely suppressors, short-barreled rifles (SBRs), short-barreled shotguns (SBSs), and machine guns. The vehicle for this “control”? Taxation, registration, and wait times designed to discourage ownership.

The truth is, the NFA doesn’t stop criminals. What it does is burden law-abiding citizens with:

• $200 tax stamps for each regulated item
• Months—sometimes years—of ATF paperwork and background checks
• Severe legal penalties for any unintentional infractions

This law remains a beacon for gun-grabbers, who exploit it to advance their anti-2A agenda. It’s not about safety; it’s about control. And it’s high time we fight back.

The Gun Owners of America Are Leading the Charge

The Gun Owners of America (GOA) are pushing hard to end the NFA—an essential battle in the broader war to preserve Second Amendment rights nationwide. Their campaign, “Buy GOA15 to End the NFA,” seeks to bolster legislative efforts and provide critical funding to challenge unconstitutional restrictions in court and within Congress.

With many politicians operating under the influence of anti-gun lobbies, we can’t count on Washington to protect our liberties. We need grassroots action. That means supporting organizations like GOA that walk the walk—no compromises, just firm constitutional defense.

Why Ending the NFA Matters for Everyday Americans

Ending the NFA isn’t just a symbolic win. It’s a practical, everyday victory for American families who want to protect themselves, their property, and their loved ones. Here’s how abolishing the NFA provides immediate benefits:

• Faster Access to Self-Defense Tools: Without NFA red-tape, citizens wouldn’t have to wait six months or longer to get the features and gear they feel are necessary to safeguard their homes.
• Affordable Safety Upgrades: Suppressors reduce hearing damage and help manage recoil—key safety features that are currently locked behind costly and time-consuming government procedures.
• Simplified Compliance for Firearm Owners: Navigating the legalities of SBRs or suppressors isn’t easy. Ending the NFA would eliminate the cloud of uncertainty hanging over responsible gun owners.

Every American should have access to the tools that make firearms safer and more effective. The NFA makes those tools harder—or impossible—to obtain for the average citizen.

Dispelling the Myths: The NFA Does Not Reduce Crime

Despite the rhetoric from the left, the NFA doesn’t prevent crime—it persecutes the law-abiding. Criminals, by definition, do not follow laws, let alone spend months completing federal forms or paying taxes. It’s absurd to think a thug willing to commit murder is concerned with the legality of possessing an SBR.

Data from the FBI and CDC consistently show that:

• Law-abiding gun owners are not the source of firearm-related crime
• Gun-free zones and overregulation have increased the vulnerability of citizens to criminal acts
• Defensive gun use occurs hundreds of thousands of times annually in the United States

Bottom line? Laws like the NFA only burden the good guys while emboldening criminals who face little fear of resistance.

South Carolina and Fortress Firearms Training: Standing Strong for Freedom

Here in Fountain Inn, SC, we know how important our freedoms are. At Fortress Firearms Training, we’re proud to train citizens who take their responsibilities seriously. Whether you’re new to firearms or a seasoned patriot, knowledge and proficiency are essential to exercising your Second Amendment rights with confidence and safety.

We support grassroots efforts to repeal tyrannical gun control laws and urge our students to stay informed and engaged. Every American should have:

• Access to proper firearms training
• The right to choose legal tools that enhance their defensive capabilities
• A community that supports the Constitution and traditional American values

When legislation like the NFA obstructs these liberties, we don’t sit quietly—we prepare, we educate, and we fight back.

How You Can Get Involved Today

The fight to end the NFA needs more than social media likes—it requires tangible action. Here’s how you can help:

• Join Gun Owners of America and support their legislative and legal campaigns
• Contact your elected officials and demand that they support Second Amendment rights
• Train with professionals to ensure you responsibly and effectively carry and use your firearm—consider training with us at Fortress Firearms Training.

Now is not the time for complacency—it’s time to stand shoulder to shoulder with fellow patriots who understand liberty is not freely given, but fiercely protected.

Conclusion: Defending Liberty Demands Action

The NFA has stood for nearly a century not because it’s effective, but because we haven’t united to abolish it. Its passage marked a dark chapter in American gun policy—one that labels law-abiding patriots as potential felons for owning objects rather than for actions. That has to end.

At Fortress Firearms Training, we believe that a well-armed, well-trained citizenry is the strongest defense against both criminals and tyranny. Repealing the NFA is a critical step in restoring not just our rights, but also our dignity as free individuals. Don’t wait until they come for more—fight now, train hard, and stay free.