Proposed Rule Justice DepartmentAlcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives Bureau May 8, 2026

Revising Non-Over-the-Counter Firearms Transaction Requirements

Federal law permits federal firearms licensees ("FFLs") to transfer firearms to a person residing in the same state but who does not appear in person. These are "non-over-the-counter" ("NOTC") sales....

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Document type: Proposed Rule. Agency: Justice Department, Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives Bureau. Published: 2026-05-08.

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