UPDATE — August 19, 2026

Since this press release was published in October 2025, the Department of Justice has finalized the 925(c) federal firearm rights restoration rule. Attorney General Todd Blanche signed the final rule on August 17, 2026, making it the first functioning federal restoration process in more than 30 years.

Key developments since the original release:

The rule is no longer proposed — it is finalized and signed. The application will open in stages after Federal Register publication. The first public application window will accept 5,000 applicants nationwide, not one million as originally projected. A $30 application fee takes effect in later stages, with waivers available. All nine categories of persons prohibited under 18 U.S.C. § 922(g) are eligible to apply. The DOJ advises applicants to begin gathering documents — including 25 years of criminal records, fingerprints, and character references — before the application opens. Applicants will have 30 days to complete their application once started.

Armed Again has been preparing for this moment since the proposed rule was published. We are ready to build complete 925(c) petitions for qualified applicants nationwide.

For the full timeline, eligibility requirements, and disqualifier categories, visit our complete 925(c) guide.

https://armedagain.com/federal-firearm-rights-restoration-925c/

October 24, 2025 – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

The Department of Justice’s proposed rule under 18 U.S.C. § 925(c) is set to transform lives by restoring firearm rights for non-violent felons. With up to one million applications expected in the first year, this program offers a second chance for law-abiding ex-felons to legally protect themselves and their families, reducing illegal gun possession, and enhancing public safety.

Far from fueling chaos, this initiative could deter crime, as FBI data suggests armed citizens lower violence rates. By bringing responsible ex-felons into the fold—vetted through rigorous DOJ screening—communities gain protectors, not threats. “From locked up to locked and loaded,” says Barton Morris, a leading advocate for restoration, “this is about redemption and responsibility.”

Through ArmedAgain.com, we’re proud to champion this cause, providing resources and guidance for eligible applicants.

Visit ArmedAgain.com to learn more about the program, application process, and how to get involved.

Media Contact: Barton Morris
Phone: 248-219-9555
Email: barton@armedagain.com

Join the movement for second chances and safer streets.

For more details, visit justice.gov/ffrr.