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By Jamarkus B. Anderson, USCCA and NRA certified firearms instructor | Integrity Tactical Solutions | St. Petersburg, FL As of October 9, 2026, ATF no longer requires federal approval or registration to make or transfer suppressors, short-barreled rifles (SBRs), short-barreled shotguns (SBSs), or 'any other weapons' (AOWs). In Florida, suppressors are fairly straightforward, but SBRs and SBSs carry a state-law question worth understanding before you act. What did ATF actually

Are Tactical RX glasses worth it for shooters who wear a prescription? Absolutely! I wear mine indoors and outdoors, through full training sessions with ear pro and a cap. The prescription came through exactly right, the fit never got in my way, and the transition lenses handled the jump from indoor range to full Florida sun without a missing a beat. Let’s break it down… 1st things 1st: No, your everyday glasses are NOT enough. If you wear prescription lenses, you already kno

If you're 18, 19, or 20 years old in Florida, your rights just changed — and if you're a parent of someone in that age range, you need to understand exactly what changed and what didn't.

By Jamarkus B. Anderson, USCCA Training Counselor | NRA Certified Firearms Instructor | Owner, Integrity Tactical Solutions, LLC | St. Petersburg, FL Florida's gun laws have changed more in the last three years than in the previous three decades. If you're a gun owner in the Tampa Bay area — or anywhere in the state — and you haven't caught up with where things stand right now, this post is for you. I'm not going to spin this as good news or bad news. I'm going to walk you t

If you’re looking to build confidence and skill with firearms, Tampa Bay offers some fantastic opportunities to learn and grow. Whether you’re a complete beginner or someone who wants to sharpen your shooting abilities, mastering gun safety and handling is essential. I’ve found that the right training can make all the difference in feeling secure and responsible with a firearm. Let’s dive into what makes firearms training so effective, what you can expect from different cours