The new law contains ambiguous provisions designed to eliminate the safeguards provided by the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act & inflict serious financial harm on the firearms industry.
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Enhanced Background Checks Discriminating Against 18-20 Year Olds to Start Nov. 14
Firearms transactions for persons ages 18-20 will be delayed & the address of the individual will be collected so that local law enforcement entities may be contacted.
Over 20 ATF Executives & Personnel to Attend 2022 Firearms Industry Conference
Notable ATF attendees will include Acting Director Marvin Richardson, Acting Associate Deputy Director Tom Chittum, and directors and chiefs of Firearms & Explosives Industry Division branches.
2021 FICC Scheduled and Confirms ATF and FBI Attendance
Orchid LLC and Williams Mullen’s Firearms Industry Group announce the 2021 Firearms Industry Compliance Conference with participation from agency personnel from the ATF and FBI.
Orchid Advisors Cancels Annual Firearms Industry Compliance Conference
As a result of growing concerns over COVID-19, Orchid Advisors has announced the cancellation of the 2020 Firearms Industry Compliance Conference.
Gender Changes Proposed to ATF Form 4473
On December 26th, 2019 the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives issued a 60-day notice seeking public comment on the new revision of the Form 4473 – Firearms Transaction Record.
ATF Issues Guidance To Alabama FFLs Effective Immediately
Prior to today’s announcement, an Alabama Concealed Carry Permit issued on or after August 1. 2013 qualified as an alternative to a NICS check.
Retail Technology Group to Exhibit at Nation’s Best Sports Semi-Annual Market
NBS members should stop by booth #940 to see a demo of RTG’s newest Axis Essentials, Axis Performance and Axis Performance Retail and Range Packages.
Retail Technology Group Named 2019 Top 10 Retail POS Provider
Retail Technology Group is the only POS software company in the Shooting Sports Industry to be added to this year’s Top 10 list.
Firearm Friendly Merchant Processing Made Affordable with Gearfire Payments
Gearfire Payments Makes Commitment to Deliver Affordable and Uniquely Firearm Friendly Programs, Addressing the Needs of Both Card Present (Retail) and Non-Card Present (eCommerce) Environments
Silencer Shop selects Orchid Advisors as their Regulated Compliance Partner
Silencer Shop has partnered with Orchid Advisors, #1 in FFL Compliance Solutions, to streamline their regulated processes and optimize their internal ATF compliance program.
Top Three Criteria FFLs Use for Selecting ATF Compliant Bound Book Software
The following are three important considerations when selecting an electronic Bound Book provider for your Federal Firearms License.
Guide to Export Control Reform eBook Now Available From Orchid Advisors
“The CEO’s Guide to Firearms and Ammunition Export Control Reform,” is available for immediate download on the Orchid Advisors Export Control Reform page.
Foreign Partners Collaboration Will be Easier After Gun Export Control Reform
The new rules are only proposed rules at this time and they won’t take effect for many months. Until the new rules take effect, the ITAR remains in effect.
Firearms Export Control Reform (ECR) – Opportunities for International Retail Sales
For U.S. companies that sell, or want to sell, aftermarket firearm components to foreign retail customers, Export Control Reform (ECR) will significantly expand their opportunities.
eForm 4473 Variance Permits First Electronic Storage Approval
Orchid Advisors & strategic partner Grabagun, an industry leading retailer, are excited to announce the industry’s first variance permitting the electronic storage of an eForm 4473.
Firearm Exports, Lasers and Early Bird Rates
FFLs and other exporters who are interested in learning more about the FICC, hosted by Orchid Advisors and NSSF, can learn more here…
Firearm Importing In-Focus This May
This session, to be held on May 17, will provide licensees with information pertaining to ATF Import Regulations, Import Forms 6 / 6a and discuss its role along-side Customs and Border Protection.
Immersion Course in Firearms Compliance for FFLs
We’ll walk you through practical, day-to-day applications of the Gun Control Act of 1968 and the National Firearms Act of 1934 and required forms such as the ATF Form 4473, Multiple Sales Form & more.
The Future of NICS Technology | Spotlight On Firearms Industry Compliance Conference
Attention all FFL retailers, are you interested in learning what changes are coming for background check technology and how it will impact your over the counter firearm sales?
Do You Make, Buy or Sell Suppressors? Make Plans To Attend
Executives from Orchid Advisors will deliver a session focused on NFA Record Keeping and Forms – everything you need to know from A to Z.
ATF to Attend 2018 Firearms Industry Compliance Conference
Orchid Advisors & NSSF announce ATF attendance at the 5th annual Firearms Industry Compliance Conference May 16 – 18 2018…
ATF Guidance on Disaster Preparedness for FFLs & Federal Explosives Licensees
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) National Hurricane Center (NHC) has forecasted Hurricane Irma as a major hurricane.
FFLbizHub.Com Created To Cost Effectively Launch, Manage & Grow FFLs
FFLBizHub.com is a breakthrough, modern software application to launch, manage and grow Federal Firearms Licensees (FFL) and Special Occupational Tax (SOT) holders.
Former US Department of State Official Comments on Export Compliance Best Practices
Jeff Grody, Executive Director of Orchid Advisors’ Export Services Practice, interviewed former DDTC chief compliance official, Sue Gainor, about export compliance program best practices.
How Can I Improve the Financial Performance of My FFL?
This week, we’ll take the first step in analyzing your Profit & Loss (P&L) statement to find hidden cash opportunities.
What is the ATF NFRTR? Find Out at the Firearms Industry Compliance Conference
Join our team this May in Arlington, VA at the Firearms Industry Compliance Conference (FICC).
Top 5 Reasons to Attend The 2017 FICC
This May’s event will host several new speakers from industry leading organizations such as Walmart, Safariland, Hudson, Maynard Copper, and Williams Mullen.
ATF Inspection Discussion to be Held at the 2017 FICC
ATF will be hosting a deep dive into non-investigative and routine elements of their manufacturing, distribution, import and dealer inspection program.
Executives Join U.S. Senator, NSSF’s Keane and Maynard Cooper at the 2017 FICC
Orchid Advisors and NSSF announce three multi-hour workshops that include U.S. Senator Luther Strange at Firearms Industry Compliance 2017 Conference.