Federal Register #ATF-2026-0265

ATF Proposed Rule Defining 'Willfully' for Firearms Violations

This opportunity is a regulatory notice, not a procurement action: - Issued by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF), Department of Justice - Proposes to define the term 'willfully' in regulations under the Gun Control Act - Aims to clarify enforcement standards for Federal Firearms Licensees (FFLs), especially regarding license revocations - No products, OEMs, or vendors are requested or mentioned - No goods or services are being procured; this is a request for public comment on a proposed rule - The rule is described as deregulatory, with no significant economic impact on small entities and no new information collection requirements

Description

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) proposes to define the term "willfully" in Department of Justice regulations that implement the Gun Control Act. This proposed rule aims to clarify the meaning of "willfully" to ensure consistent application in civil and criminal contexts, particularly regarding license revocations and enforcement actions. The rule addresses the ambiguity caused by varying court definitions and seeks to align regulatory enforcement with statutory intent. Comments on the proposed rule must be submitted by August 6, 2026.

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