NFA & Suppressor Laws by State
Complete 2026 guide to suppressor, SBR, and NFA regulations in all 50 states
Last updated: January 2026
2026 Federal Update: $0 Tax Stamp
As of January 1, 2026, the $200 federal tax stamp has been eliminated for suppressors, SBRs, SBSs, and AOWs. The registration process (Form 4, fingerprints, background check) remains required—only the tax was removed.
Important: This federal change does not affect state laws. States that ban suppressors still ban them.
✓ Recently Passed Legislation
SB 273 - Suppressor State Exemption
Repeals state prohibitions on suppressors and exempts Missouri-made suppressors stamped 'Made in Missouri' from federal regulation.
Effective 2025-08-28 View details →SB 124 - Oklahoma Suppressor Freedom Act
Exempts Oklahoma-made suppressors stamped 'Made in Oklahoma' from federal regulation.
Effective 2025-11-01 View details →⚠ Pending State Legislation
S2099 - Suppressor Legalization
Would remove suppressors from prohibited weapons list and allow suppressor hunting with legal firearms.
In Committee Track bill →SB 130 - Intrastate Firearms Exemption
Exempts intrastate manufacture of firearms, accessories (including suppressors), and ammunition from federal regulation.
In Committee Track bill →HB207 - $500 Suppressor Tax
Proposed $500 state excise tax on retail suppressor sales, effective July 1, 2026 if passed.
In Committee Track bill →Quick Summary
States Where Suppressors Are Banned
California • Delaware • Hawaii • Illinois • Massachusetts • New Jersey • New York • Rhode Island
States With Special Restrictions
Connecticut: Legal to own, banned for hunting
Minnesota: Requires separate local transfer permit
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many states allow suppressors?
As of 2026, 42 states allow civilian ownership of suppressors. Eight states completely ban suppressors: California, Delaware, Hawaii, Illinois, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, and Rhode Island. Connecticut allows ownership but bans hunting with suppressors.
What changed with the 2026 NFA tax stamp?
Effective January 1, 2026, the $200 federal tax stamp was eliminated for suppressors, SBRs, SBSs, and AOWs under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The registration process remains the same—you still need to complete ATF Form 4, submit fingerprints, and pass a background check. Only the tax was removed. State laws remain completely unchanged.
Can I travel with my suppressor to other states?
Suppressors can travel freely to any of the 42 states where they're legal without ATF notification. However, SBRs, SBSs, and machine guns require ATF Form 5320.20 approval before crossing state lines. Never take any NFA item to a state where it's prohibited—doing so is a felony.
Which states have the fastest NFA approval times?
Approval times are determined by the ATF, not individual states, so times are similar nationwide. However, states with more experienced dealers and higher NFA volume (Texas, Florida, Georgia) often report slightly faster processing due to fewer errors in submissions. Using eForms with properly formatted fingerprints (via SlapEFT) is the biggest factor in fast approvals.
Do I need a gun trust to buy a suppressor?
No, you can purchase NFA items as an individual. However, trusts offer benefits like shared possession among trustees and simplified inheritance. Even with the $0 tax stamp in 2026, many buyers still prefer trusts for these advantages. Each trustee must submit fingerprints with the Form 4.
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