Shockey Scofield Solutions has signed on to represent the American Silencer Assn., which is based in Atlanta.
Backed by manufacturers Gemtech, Advanced Armament Corp and Silencerco/SWR, ASA wants to be the single voice for silencer rights for hunting, law enforcement and military applications.
It’s eager to educate lawmakers about the benefits of silencers for hearing protection, greater shot accuracy and “situational awareness” to allow easier team communication via elimination of muzzle flash, according to its website.
Silencers are legal in 39 states. The National Firearms Act of 1934 regulates them.
SSS is to push for funding of the NFA. Jeff Shockey (ex-GOP staff director on the House Appropriations Committee) and John Scofield (ex-press secretary to New Jersey Republican Congress Frank LoBiondo) lead that effort.
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