Summary

Stops executive branch agencies from awarding federal contracts to companies that have policies singling out firearm businesses or firearm trade associations. Contractors must certify they do not—and will not—adopt such anti‑firearm-entity policies; prime contractors must also limit first‑tier subcontracting to firms that provide the same certification for contracts over 10% of the contract value. Violation can lead to contract termination for default and suspension or debarment. The rule excludes sole‑source contracts and applies to contracts awarded on or after the law takes effect.

Key Points

• Bars executive agencies from contracting with companies that have policies singling out firearm businesses or trade associations.
• Requires contractors to certify they do not have and will not adopt anti‑firearm-entity policies.
• Prime contractors cannot award first‑tier subcontracts over 10% of contract value to firms that do not provide the same certification.
• Violations can lead to contract termination for default and contractor suspension or debarment.
• Excludes sole‑source contracts from the rule.
• Applies to contracts awarded on or after the law's enactment.
• Imposes new compliance and vetting responsibilities on contractors and subcontractors.
• Does not create new spending or alter tax rules.

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