Republicans Block Pro-2A Suppressor Bill, Sparking Outrage

On May 8, 2025, Republicans in the U.S. House blocked a bill introduced by Rep. Andrew Clyde (R-GA) to eliminate the $200 tax and federal registry requirement for firearm suppressors.

The legislation aimed to ease access to suppressors, which reduce gunshot noise by 20-35 decibels, protecting hearing for shooters and hunters.

Gun rights advocates argue this tax creates a financial barrier to exercising Second Amendment rights.

Colion Noir, a prominent Second Amendment advocate, criticized the decision, stating, “Suppressors don’t make guns silent, they make them safe… This tax infringes on American Second Amendment liberties by creating a massive financial barrier.”

The bill’s failure, despite a Republican-led House, has frustrated pro-gun supporters, who see suppressors as practical safety tools, not the “assassin’s weapon” often portrayed.

The vote exposed divisions among Republicans on modern firearm accessories.

Republicans just BLOCKED one of the most pro–2A bills we’ve ever seen.

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Yeah, you read that right.

Rep. Andrew Clyde introduced a bill to remove the unconstitutional $200 tax and federal registry requirement for suppressors. A bill that should’ve… pic.twitter.com/NxJkBPBBhh

— Colion Noir (@MrColionNoir) May 8, 2025