Basalt Firearms
Federal and Colorado State legislations
As of July 2025, here are the latest gun-related legislations at the Federal and the State of Colorado level
01.
Note upcoming effective dates (Aug 2026 semiconductor permit; July 2026 ammo age)
02.
Federal statutes cover background checks, transport, and recent SCOTUS rulings on bump stocks and ghost guns
03.
Mention proposed federal changes (ATF rollback, background-check expansion) that could impact future policy
Federal Firearms
Legislation (U.S.)
1. Brady Handgun Violence Prevention Act
Requires federal background checks via NICS on all firearm purchases from licensed dealers-still fully active
2. Firearm Owners Protection Act (FOPA) - “Safe Passage”
Allows legal transport of firearms across states if unloaded, secured, and legal in both origin and destination
3. Bump-Stock Ruling: Garland v. Cargill (2024)
The Supreme Court found bump stocks are not classified as machine guns under federal law—overturning prior ATF regulation
4. Bondi v. VanDerStok (2025) - “Ghost Guns”
SCOTUS upheld ATF regulations classifying DIY “ghost-gun” parts kits as firearms under the Gun Control Act
5. Pending & Proposed Legislation
- Enhanced Background Checks Act (H.R. 1446): aims to expand background checks on non-licensee sales
Wikipedia
- ATF Regulatory Rollback: Under Trump-era ACT, efforts underway to deregulate silencers, reduce ATF oversight, and simplify Form 4473
The Washington Post
Colorado State
Firearms Laws
A. Age Requirements & Background Checks
- Must be 21+ to purchase handguns, 18+ for rifles
- Comprehensive background checks now required on all firearm sales, including private transfers, with limited family exemptions (Shouse Law Group)
B. Magazine & Semiauto Restrictions
C. Training & Licensing
D. Magazines & Red‑Flag Law
E. Further 2025–2026 Updates
- HB 1133: Ammo purchase age raised to 21, effective July 1, 2026; sales confined behind counter (Colorado Public Radio)
- HB 1171: Individuals convicted of certain felonies (e.g., auto theft) are barred from purchasing firearms (Colorado Public Radio)
- HB 1225: Firearms near polling places now seen as election intimidation, punishable by law (Colorado Public Radio)
View The
Summary Table
Area
Status
Federal background checks
Active
Safe interstate transport
Under FOPA
Bump stocks
Allowed
Ghost-gun kits
Regulated
Colorado handgun age
21+
Rifle purchase age
18+
All-sale background checks
Active
Large-capacity magazine ban
Active
Semiauto permits & training
Effective Aug 2026
Ammo purchase age (21)
Effective July 2026
Red-flag law
Active
Polling place gun ban
Active
Concealed carry permits
Shall-issue
Federal Firearm Legislation:
What You Need to Know
At Basalt Firearms, we take federal firearm legislation seriously
Since your safety, your rights, and your legal protection depend on it. As a licensed firearms dealer operating in compliance with all federal regulations, we want every customer to understand the rules that govern firearm ownership and transfers in the United States.
Who Can
Legally Own a Firearm?
Federal law outlines clear restrictions on who can legally purchase or possess firearms.
At Basalt Firearms, we verify that all buyers meet the following requirements before any transfer is completed.
Under federal law, you cannot purchase or possess a firearm if you:
- Have been convicted of a felony
- Are under indictment for a crime punishable by more than one year
- Are a fugitive from justice
- Are an unlawful user of or addicted to controlled substances
- Have been adjudicated as mentally defective or committed to a mental institution
- Are under a domestic violence restraining order
- Have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence
- Are in the U.S. illegally or have renounced your U.S. citizenship
We take these restrictions seriously and follow every required step to ensure lawful sales.
Federal
Background Check Process (NICS)
At Basalt Firearms, all purchases go through the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS)
Required for all sales conducted through Federal Firearms License (FFL) holders. Here’s how the process works:
- You select your firearm in-store or have it transferred to us
- We submit your background check request through NICS
- The system issues an instant Proceed, Delay, or Deny response
- Once approved, and after any applicable waiting period (if required by state law), you may legally take possession of your firearm
We handle this entire process on your behalf and keep you informed every step of the way.
Federal
Age Requirements
Federal law sets strict age minimums for purchasing firearms through an FFL dealer like Basalt Firearms:
- 18 years old to purchase rifles or shotguns
- 21 years old to purchase handguns
We check valid government-issued ID at every transaction to ensure compliance with these rules.
Interstate
Firearm Transfers
Federal law prohibits transferring firearms across state lines unless it’s done through a licensed dealer.
If you purchase a gun online or from an out-of-state seller, it must be shipped to an FFL in your home state—like Basalt Firearms—to complete the transfer legally.
We regularly assist with FFL transfers, making sure your purchase follows all federal transfer protocols.
Firearm
Record keeping and Compliance
As a federally licensed firearms dealer,
Basalt Firearms is required by law to maintain accurate transaction records and comply with all ATF regulations. This includes:
- Completing and storing ATF Form 4473 for each firearm transfer
- Conducting lawful background checks
- Ensuring firearm serial number tracking and accountability
- Participating in ATF inspections when required
These measures are in place not just for regulatory reasons-but to protect our customers and the integrity of the firearms industry.