Federal Register #ATF-2026-0166

ATF Proposed Rule to Remove Youth Handgun Safety Act Notice Requirement

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF), part of the Department of Justice, has issued a proposed rulemaking notice regarding the Youth Handgun Safety Act: - Government Buyer: - Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF), Department of Justice - Purpose of Notice: - Proposes to remove the requirement for federal firearms licensees (FFLs) to post signs and provide written notices to handgun purchasers about the Youth Handgun Safety Act - Aims to reduce regulatory burdens and achieve cost savings for FFLs - Products/Services: - No products or services are being procured - No OEMs or vendors are involved - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Regulatory change only; not a procurement action - Public comments are requested on the proposed rule - Place of Performance/Contracting Office: - Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, 99 New York Ave. NE, Washington, DC 20226

Description

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) proposes to remove Department of Justice regulations regarding the Youth Handgun Safety Act. If finalized, this rule would eliminate the requirement for federal firearms licensees who deliver handguns to non-licensees to post signs and provide written notices to each handgun purchaser. The proposed rule aims to reduce regulatory burdens and achieve cost savings for federal firearms licensees. Comments on the proposed rule must be submitted by August 6, 2026.

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