The private ownership of Machine Guns is highly regulated, however machine guns manufactured after 1986 are banned from private sale.
Owners of Machine Guns are highly responsible with their firearms due to the regulations attached to owning a machine gun. The transfer of a machine gun requires numerous background checks and a $200 Tax Stamp.
The value of a machine gun has risen dramatically as it is unlawful for a person to own one manufactured after 1986. If the provision banning the sale after 1986 was removed, more persons would be allowed to legally and responsibly purchase and own machine guns, while creating a higher revenue stream for the government.
This money could be allowed towards safety for school children, education in firearm safety, and other social programs.