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Clarifying Delivery to a Common or Contract Carrier When Transporting Firearms

Comment period closed

The comment period closed Aug 4, 2026.

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives ("ATF") proposes amending Department of Justice ("Department") regulations to clarify that, for purposes of the Gun Control Act of 1968, a person who travels aboard a common or contract carrier while in possession of a firearm or ammunition is not considered to have "delivered" or "caused to be delivered" said firearm or ammunition to the co

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  1. May 6, 2026

    Rule published

    Clarifying Delivery to a Common or Contract Carrier When Transporting Firearms

    Justice Department

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