Comment on FR Doc # 2026-09164
Donnie KluckSupportIndividual
Summary: The commenter supports the proposed rule to allow importers to convert temporary firearm imports to permanent status. They argue that the current "export or destroy" requirement is unnecessarily rigid and that the new pathway will reduce waste while benefiting consumers through increased product diversity and competitive pricing.
I support the proposed rule allowing importers to convert temporarily imported firearms to permanent importation status rather than requiring export or destruction.
The current all-or-nothing framework — export or destroy — is unnecessarily rigid and creates wasteful outcomes for lawfully imported firearms that meet all substantive legal requirements for permanent importation. Providing a conversion pathway is a commonsense reform that supports lawful commerce in firearms and reduces waste.
I urge ATF to finalize this rule and note that expanding the range of lawfully available imported firearms benefits consumers by increasing product diversity and competitive pricing.