Federal Register #2026-08925

ATF Proposed Rule Clarifying Definition of Business Premises for Federal Firearms Licensees

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF), part of the Department of Justice, is proposing a regulatory change to clarify the definition of "business premises" for federal firearms licensees (FFLs). - Government Buyer: - Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF), Department of Justice - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned, as this is a regulatory action rather than a procurement opportunity. - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured; this is a rulemaking notice. - Notable Requirements: - The proposed rule clarifies that business premises for FFLs include adjoining or adjacent properties that adjoin the same parking lot, sidewalk, or road. - This change is intended to reduce licensing burdens and costs for FFLs by allowing business operations at adjoining or adjacent properties without requiring multiple licenses. - ATF is seeking public comments on the economic impact of the rulemaking. - Place of Performance/Delivery: - ATF headquarters, 99 New York Ave NE, Washington, DC 20226.

Description

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) proposes amending Department of Justice regulations to clarify that the term "business premises" includes properties that adjoin each other or that are adjacent to each other and adjoin the same parking lot, sidewalk, or road. This proposed rule aims to provide more flexibility for federal firearms licensees (FFLs) by allowing them to conduct business at adjoining or adjacent properties without obtaining multiple licenses. The rule also discusses potential cost savings for FFLs and requests public comments on the economic effects of the rulemaking. Comments must be submitted by August 4, 2026.

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