Federal Register #2026-08922

ATF Proposed Rulemaking on Straw Purchases of Firearms

This notice from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) announces a proposed rulemaking to clarify regulations on straw purchases of firearms. - Government Buyer: - Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF), Department of Justice - No OEMs, vendors, or commercial products are involved, as this is a regulatory action - Key Regulatory Focus: - Clarifies what constitutes an unlawful straw purchase of firearms - Defines exceptions, including bona fide gifts, purchases between spouses, and parental purchases for minor children - Addresses purchases made for prohibited persons - Reiterates criminal penalties for unlawful straw purchases - Notable Requirements: - Seeks public comments to further clarify and improve the proposed rule - No procurement of goods or services is requested - No period of performance, product, or service line items are included, as this is not a procurement opportunity

Description

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) proposes amending Department of Justice regulations to clarify conduct prohibited by federal law commonly referred to as a straw purchase. The proposed rule aims to define and clarify what constitutes unlawful straw purchasing, including exceptions such as bona fide gifts and purchases among spouses. Comments on the proposed rule must be submitted by August 4, 2026. The rule is published in the Federal Register, volume 91, pages 24448 to 24453.

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