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S 3085119th CongressIn Committee
Firearm Access During Shutdowns Act of 2025
Introduced: Oct 30, 2025
Sponsor: Sen. Risch, James E. [R-ID] (R-Idaho)
Standard Summary
Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs
The Firearm Access During Shutdowns Act ensures certain firearm-related operations continue during government shutdowns.
Key Points
- 1Designates NICS background checks as essential during shutdowns
- 2Continues ATF enforcement programs and services operations
- 3Maintains Commerce Department firearm export licensing
- 4Keeps State Department defense trade controls functioning
- 5Classifies these operations as protecting safety of human life
- 6Ensures background check system remains operational
Impact Areas
Federal firearm background check systemATF operationsFirearm export licensingGovernment shutdown impactsPublic safety during shutdownsFirearms industry
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