Revising Non-Over-the-Counter Firearms Transaction Requirements

The commenter opposes the proposed rule, arguing that it favors large online retailers over small local gun shops and replaces human judgment with automated processes. They specifically request that the rule be struck down regarding the direct shipping of standard firearms.

A firearms dealer opposes the proposed rule allowing direct shipping of guns, arguing it will harm small local shops and increase the risk of straw purchases. The commenter expresses concern over the lack of oversight in web checks and the new costs imposed on buyers.

The commenter opposes the proposed rule allowing direct shipping of standard firearms to buyers' homes. They argue that the rule harms small local dealers who cannot compete with large online sellers and that in-person transactions are safer for identifying straw buyers.

The commenter opposes the proposed revision to non-over-the-counter firearms transaction requirements, arguing that it will lead to gunstore closures and remove valuable local safety training and screening. They express concern that relying on the ATF for screening will increase mistakes and endanger communities.

The commenter opposes the proposed direct-shipping rules for firearms, arguing that they will harm local gun dealers and reduce the effectiveness of face-to-face safety checks. They advocate for maintaining current requirements that favor local shop interactions over online sales.

The commenter, a small business owner and Federal Firearms Licensee (FFL), opposes the proposed regulation because it would remove the requirement for FFLs to review sales for red flags. They argue that these requirements are essential to their business model and to ensuring that firearms are only sold to qualified individuals.

The commenter opposes the proposed rule allowing direct-to-door shipping of firearms, arguing that it will harm local gun shops and compromise public safety by removing face-to-face interactions. They express concern over the costs passed to buyers and the potential for firearms to reach the wrong hands without the "personal touch" of a physical store.

A small firearms shop owner opposes the proposed rule because it allows for direct shipping of standard firearms without prior government approval. The commenter argues that this change will favor large online retailers and negatively impact local neighborhood dealers who rely on in-person sales.

A local gun shop owner in Louisiana opposes the proposed rule, arguing that face-to-face transactions are necessary to identify safety issues and straw buyers. The commenter expresses concern that the rule will harm small local businesses in favor of large online retailers and impose unnecessary fees on buyers.