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DOJ/ATF RIN: 1140-AA99 Publication ID: 2026 
Title: ●Definitions of Manufacturer of Firearms and Dealer-Gunsmith  
Abstract:

This notice of proposed rulemaking would change the definition of "engaged in the business" as a "manufacturer of firearms," as a "dealer in firearms," and as a "gunsmith" to more clearly delineate when a manufacturers license would not be required to perform any customization of the firearm, regardless of whether the firearms are for sale or distribution so long as the cosmetic procedure does not impact the firearm’s suitability for use.

 
Agency: Department of Justice(DOJ)  Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant 
RIN Status: First time published in the Unified Agenda Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Stage 
Major: No  Unfunded Mandates: No 
EO 14192 Designation: Deregulatory 
CFR Citation: 27 478.11     (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
Legal Authority: 5 U.S.C. 552(a)    18 U.S.C. 847    18 U.S.C. 921-931    44 U.S.C. 3504(h)   
Legal Deadline:  None
Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
NPRM  07/00/2026 
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No  Government Levels Affected: None 
Small Entities Affected: No  Federalism: No 
Included in the Regulatory Plan: No 
RIN Data Printed in the FR: No 
Agency Contact:
Gabriel Hollis
Regulations Writer
Department of Justice
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives
99 New York Avenue, NE,
Washington, DC 20226
Phone:202 648-7070
Email: ora@atf.gov