Travelers Rest, SC  – Rugged Suppressors has generously donated $15,000 to the American Suppressor Association Foundation (ASA-F) to support its ongoing litigation aimed at overturning suppressor bans in Illinois and seven other states. This significant contribution will help fund the ASA-F’s efforts to make suppressors legal in all 50 states, advancing the fight for firearm owners’ rights.

The ASA Foundation, the 501(c)(3) arm of the American Suppressor Association, is leading this charge through its backing of the landmark case Anderson v. Raoul. The lawsuit challenges the constitutionality of Illinois’ suppressor ban and seeks to establish legal precedent that will dismantle similar laws across the country. The funds donated by Rugged Suppressors will not only support the continuation of this critical ASA Foundation-backed lawsuit, but also enable the ASA-F to expand its legal efforts to other states, such as California and New Jersey.

“We are proud to stand with the ASA Foundation in their fight to overturn suppressor bans in Illinois and other states,” said Michael Derdziak, CEO of Rugged Suppressors. “This donation reflects our commitment to ensuring that law-abiding citizens in all 50 states can finally have the right to own and use suppressors. We believe that, with the ASA Foundation’s leadership, we can bring about significant change and expand access to suppressors where it is currently restricted.”

Knox Williams, President of the ASA Foundation, expressed his gratitude for Rugged Suppressors’ support, saying, “Rugged Suppressors’ donation comes at a crucial time. These essential funds allow us to continue the litigation in Illinois. We are incredibly grateful for Rugged’s commitment to this cause and their support of our Foundation-backed legal efforts.”

Bradenton, Fla. – SB Tactical®, in conjunction with the Firearms Regulatory Accountability Coalition, Inc. (FRAC), B&T USA, Rick Cicero, and a massive coalition of 25 states, is pleased to announce that the 8th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled in our favor against the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF).

“This is a significant victory for all law-abiding Americans,” said Jeff Creamer, president and CEO of SB Tactical. “This unlawful rule was a gross overreach of regulatory authority by an agenda-driven agency. We are encouraged that the courts are holding the ATF accountable.”

In the ruling, the Court held that “the Final Rule, as a whole, is arbitrary and capricious because it allows the ATF to arrive at whatever conclusion it wishes without ‘adequately explain[ing] the standard on which its decision is based….’”

“This ruling denies ATF’s ability to issue vague and amorphous standards that allow it to reach any outcome it wants,” said Travis White, president and CEO of FRAC. “At one point, the 8th Circuit went so far as to state that the ATF’s arguments ‘make as much sense as shouldering a rifle by the barrel.’ This published federal appellate court ruling will serve to hold ATF accountable in future attempts by the agency to invent subjective factors that allow it to apply post hoc reasoning in classification letters and rules.”

In addition to thanking the other plaintiffs, the Firearms Policy Coalition, the Gun Owners of America, and the Second Amendment Foundation for their efforts, SB Tactical sincerely thanks the National Rifle Association for their unwavering support and assistance during this litigation.

For more information on the brand’s growing line of products for multiple firearms platforms, visit www.sb-tactical.com.

Customer Privacy Upheld
Fort Worth, Texas — Blackhawk Manufacturing Group, Inc. (BMG) has successfully resolved our prolonged legal dispute with the State of California, initiated in August 2021 in San Francisco by Chesa Boudin, the former SF District Attorney who was later ousted by San Francisco voters in a 2022 recall election. The state wrongfully alleged that 80% frames and receivers sold by our company were firearms. This case has now come to a close after intense litigation. Our refusal to disclose customer data, even in the face of substantial legal costs to keep customer data private, underscores our dedication to privacy.

Throughout this challenging period, BMG has consistently upheld its principles, dedicating over 2.5 million dollars toward legal expenses aimed at safeguarding customer information from the State of California. To further ensure our customers’ confidentiality and to end ever-climbing litigation expenses, a settlement of $500,000 was reached to end this abusive litigation.

Resuming California Sales and Advocacy
We are pleased to announce that, following this settlement, we will resume offering products to our customers in California that comply with current state and federal laws. We continue to vigorously defend Second Amendment rights, with our case, VanDerStok et. al. v. Garland, set to be heard by the Supreme Court of the United States this October.

About Blackhawk Manufacturing Group
Blackhawk Manufacturing Group, dba 80 Percent Arms, is a leader in pro-Second Amendment legal actions against overregulation and the preeminent manufacturer of 80% lowers and jigs. We’re committed to upholding the highest standards of quality and service in the industry.

Thank you for standing with us and we look forward to serving the community of builders for years to come.

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80 Percent Arms Support at support@80percentarms.com