Federal Register #Docket No. OAG191

DOJ Rule: Application Processing for Relief from Federal Firearms Disabilities

This opportunity relates to a new regulatory process established by the U.S. Department of Justice for individuals seeking relief from federal firearms disabilities. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of Justice - Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) - Office of the Attorney General - No OEMs or commercial vendors are involved; this is a regulatory action, not a procurement. - Services Requested: - Application processing and adjudication for relief from federal firearms disabilities under 18 U.S.C. 925(c) - Estimated 330,000 applications processed annually - Notable Requirements: - Applicants must submit documentation, character references, and pay a $30 fee - Presumptive disqualifications for certain convictions, military discharges, mental health, and foreign convictions - Waiting periods of 5 to 10 years after sentence completion for eligibility in some cases - Individualized review balancing Second Amendment rights and public safety - Periodic review and adjustment of fees and processes by DOJ - No products, part numbers, or quantities of goods are involved; only service processing is specified - The rule is classified as a significant regulation, with ongoing application processing and eligibility for reapplication every five years if denied

Description

The Department of Justice is implementing criteria to guide determinations for granting relief from disabilities imposed by federal laws related to the acquisition, receipt, transfer, shipment, transportation, or possession of firearms. The rule aims to ensure that the right to keep and bear arms is not unduly infringed, that those granted relief are not likely to act dangerously, and that granting relief is not contrary to public interest. The final rule is effective September 21, 2026, when the Department will begin soliciting applications from individuals. The rule involves the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives and the Office of the Attorney General.

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