TRANS RIGHTS ACTION ALERT!
The ATF has proposed a new rule requiring “immutable sex” on all ATF forms. This is a dangerous attempt to silence the second amendment rights of transgender Americans.
The public comment period for this rule is open. Should you comment? There are important risks to consider. We break down the arguments for and against here.
If you know you want to comment, you can find the official Federal Register page here.
We also have a comprehensive guide to what ATF form 4473 is, how it works, how trans people interact with it, and what these proposed changes mean. You can find A Trans Guide to ATF Form 4473 here.
Arm the Dolls exists to provide clear, accessible information about firearm ownership, concealed carry permits, and other related issues to trans people across the United States. We believe that self-defense is an inherent right and that information regarding the exercise of those rights should be available to everyone. We’re working to break down the barriers that can make this information difficult to access for our community.
If our core value is community self-protection, then so is community self-education.
We are a small, independent team working to gather information from all 50 states. This process takes time, and while we aim above all for accuracy, some details may be incomplete or subject to change.
Our introductory blog post is a great place to begin. Find it here.
Find our first guest-written practical guide, So You Want to Buy a Gun, by Tacticool Girlfriend here.
Most recent blog posts are below.