What Happens If Millions Of Gun Silencers Get Into The Hands Of The American Public?

The Hearing Protection Act is a controversial bill that seeks to deregulate the sale of silencers. These accessories are currently regulated under the National Firearms Act, which requires prospective buyers to first undergo and extensive background check and pay a fee. Gun lobbyists argue silencers are needed to protect the hearing of recreational shooters and hunters. The legislation is pending in Congress.