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Iowa silencer bill advances from committee

The American Silencer Association reports that the Judiciary Committee of the Iowa General Assembly has advanced HF 384, which would legalize silencers in Iowa for those who are otherwise in compliance with the law, including the National Firearms Act. The bill can now be schedule for debate by the full Iowa House, but it still […]

Iowa legislature considering silencer legalization

Iowa stands out as one of the few Midwestern American states—along with Minnesota and Illinois—that prohibit the private use of silencers. That could change if H.F. 384 becomes law in the Hawkeye State. Introduced by Matt Windschitl (R-Missouri Valley) last March, the bill would eliminate the prohibition on private possession and use of these items in […]