Guam Makes History by Legalizing Firearm Suppressors — Despite Governor’s Veto
Guam became the first U.S. Territory to legalize suppressors, also know as silencers. This decision came by overriding Governor Lou Leon Guerrero's veto on July 31, 2025, when the legislature passed the Hearing Protection Act of 2025 - Bill No. 27-38. The bill was passed with a decisive 10-5 margin. The bill was backed by all nine republicans and included one democrat in the 10 votes and was lead by Senator William Parkinson.
Suppressors reduce the sound of gunfire on average 20 to 35 decibels, which can help protect the users hearing and help to protect against noise-induced hearing loss. The bill was framed as a hearing safety initiative, however Governor Guerrero, originally vetoed the bill indicating that maintaining the sound of gunfire functions as a warning signal for the community. This move marks a pivotal shift in Guam’s firearm legislation.
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