Selecting Biological Sex on ATF Forms
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives ("ATF") proposes amending Department of Justice ("Department") regulations to make clear that when individuals complete ATF forms for firearms or explosives, they should select their biological sex under the question on "sex."
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The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives ("ATF") proposes amending Department of Justice ("Department") regulations to make clear that when individuals complete ATF forms for firearms or explosives, they should select their biological sex under the question on "sex."
Notice of proposed rulemaking.
Important dates
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Published
May 6, 2026
Comment deadline
August 4, 2026
Who published it
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Federal rulebook sections mentioned
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