ATF Proposes Streamlining Machine Gun Transfer Procedures for Licensees
May 18th, 2026
Wiley Law
By Michael D. Faucette
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) published a proposed rule on May 6 that would amend 27 C.F.R. § 479.105 to streamline and clarify the regulatory framework governing the transfer, manufacture, and possession of post-May 19, 1986 (post-86) machine guns by qualified manufacturers, importers, and dealers operating under the National Firearms Act (NFA). Wiley has advised and advocated on behalf of clients regarding this proposed regulatory revision.
ATF has invited interested parties to submit comments on this proposed rule. Submissions are due on July 6, 2026.
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Today’s alert is from guest author Johanna Reeves, founding partner of Reeves & Dola Corporate Law Practice.
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Last week in an optimistic press release, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (“ATF”) announced it is launching a “New Era of Reform,” a new chapter the agency promises will be marked by “transparency, accountability, and partnership with the firearms industry.” Aiming to rebuild trust with federal firearms licensees, gun owners, and the public, and distinguishing this new era from the “ATF of the last four years,” the press release states that ATF has already taken several “steps” under new leadership, including: [Read more…] about ATF’s “New Era of Reform” – What Does it Mean?
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