Comment on FR Doc # 2026-09154
Anonymous AnonymousSupportIndividual
Summary: A law-abiding family and business owner supports the proposed rule to allow joint registration for spouses under the National Firearms Act. They argue that the change simplifies the administrative process, reduces legal costs for trusts, and eliminates unnecessary transfer taxes and wait times for married couples.
I am writing to express my strong support for the proposed rule allowing married couples to file joint applications as makers and/or transferees of NFA-regulated firearms.
As a married law-abiding gun owner, I believe this change represents a common-sense reform that significantly reduces unnecessary burdens on responsible citizens without compromising public safety or NFA registration requirements.
Key benefits I support:
It eliminates the need for many married couples to incur hundreds of dollars in legal fees to create and maintain a trust solely for joint possession.
It simplifies the process and reduces administrative complexity for everyday law-abiding Americans.
Joint registration would allow transfers of possession between spouses without triggering additional Form 4 submissions, $200 transfer taxes (where applicable), and lengthy wait times.
This change respects the marital unit while preserving all existing background check, registration, and compliance requirements.
This proposal directly addresses a real-world problem faced by thousands of married NFA owners. It promotes efficiency at the ATF while maintaining strict oversight of NFA items. I urge you to finalize this rule as proposed.
Thank you for considering this important reform that supports the rights and convenience of compliant firearm owners.
Sincerely,
A law abiding family and business owner