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ATF Proposed Rule: Amendments to Firearms Transaction Record Form 4473

This notice announces a proposed regulatory change by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) regarding the Firearms Transaction Record Form 4473. - Government Buyer: - Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF), Department of Justice - No OEMs or vendors are involved, as this is a regulatory notice, not a procurement - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured - Proposed amendments to ATF Form 5300.9 (Form 4473) regulations - Notable Requirements and Changes: - Streamlines identity and residence verification for firearm transactions - Extends validity period for transactions after NICS background checks - Permits use of electronic forms and notices - Addresses procedures for private party firearm transfers - Incorporates ATF rulings and guidance into regulations - Expands acceptable documents for residence verification - Requests public comments on the proposed rule - No contract value, product line items, or service line items are associated with this notice - Place of performance and contracting office: ATF Headquarters, 99 New York Ave. NE, Washington, DC 20226

Description

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) is proposing to amend Department of Justice regulations governing ATF Form 5300.9, Firearms Transaction Record (Form 4473). The proposal includes streamlining identity and residence verification, extending performance timeframes following NICS checks, permitting electronic forms and notices, addressing private party transfers, incorporating ATF rulings, aligning regulations with statutory text, and making minor technical revisions. Comments on the proposed rule must be submitted by August 6, 2026. The amendments aim to reduce burdens on the public and regulated industry while maintaining public safety.

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