Comment on FR Doc # 2026-08917

Subject: Public Comment in Strong Support of Proposed Rule RIN 1140-AA84 (Docket No. ATF-2026-0007 / ATF No. 2025R-23P) Office of Regulatory Affairs Enforcement Programs and Services Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives 99 New York Ave. NE, Washington, DC 20226 Dear ATF Office of Regulatory Affairs, I am writing to formally express my strong support for the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives’ (ATF) Notice of Proposed Rulemaking regarding RIN 1140-AA84: Clarifying Delivery to a Common or Contract Carrier When Transporting Firearms. This proposed regulatory change addresses a longstanding statutory ambiguity in Section 922(e) of the Gun Control Act of 1968 (GCA). By clarifying that a law-abiding passenger who maintains direct control and physical possession of a firearm or ammunition during travel has not "delivered" or "caused to be delivered" that item to a carrier, the Department of Justice is taking a practical, commonsense step that resolves unnecessary legal confusion for lawful gun owners. I submit the following Key Reasons to Support Rule RIN 1140-AA84: * Eliminates Regulatory Ambiguity: The term "delivery" in the context of transportation has historically generated uncertainty for individuals traveling on common or contract carriers while retaining personal custody of their property. Formally aligning this definition with everyday usage—where "delivery" implies transferring custody to a third party—provides essential clarity for citizens traveling interstate. * Protects Law-Abiding Citizens from Unintended Prosecution: Responsible firearm owners who travel across state lines while maintaining strict physical custody of their firearm or ammunition should not face legal jeopardy under criminal statutes designed to govern third-party carrier shipments. * Supports Consistency in Law Enforcement: Clear, modern definitions reduce room for misinterpretation by public transit authorities and law enforcement, ensuring uniform and predictable application of federal regulations nationwide. * Modernizes GCA Implementation Without Impairing Safety: This rule focuses regulatory scrutiny where it belongs—on third-party freight and baggage transfers—without placing excessive administrative burdens on individuals who maintain personal control of their lawful property. I commend the ATF for initiating this reform to streamline administrative rules, reduce regulatory friction, and provide unambiguous guidance to law-abiding citizens. I strongly encourage the Department of Justice and the ATF to finalize RIN 1140-AA84 as proposed. Thank you for your consideration of this comment. Sincerely, Michael R. Grigsby