National Firearms Act Trade and Collectors Association
Trade associationSupport
Administrative burden of form 5320.20
Interstate transport of nfa firearms
Simplify nfa travel compliance
Interstate Transport and Temporary Export of National Firearms Act Firearms
ATF-2026-0068-0001NPRM
Comments
387
Last activity Aug 3, 2026
Deadline
3 days
Closes Aug 7, 2026
Net supportiSupport minus oppose · campaigns included
+50%
+50% excluding campaigns
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- Title
- Interstate Transport and Temporary Export of National Firearms Act Firearms
- Posted
- May 8, 2026
- Comment period
- May 8, 2026 – Aug 7, 2026
- FR Doc
- 2026-09161
- CFR
- 27 CFR Part 478
- Topics
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Analyzed 384 of 387 comments
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Stance breakdown
+50%
Net support
Support286Oppose95Other3Not yet analyzed3
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Individual
379
Government
2
Trade association
1
Advocacy
2
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3
Comments over time
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Posted May 8, 2026Deadline Aug 7, 2026
May 4May 18Jun 1Jun 15Jun 29Jul 13Jul 27Aug 3
Support286Oppose95Other3
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Individual
75%
24%
1%
Government
50%
50%
0%
Advocacy
0%
100%
0%
Trade association
100%
0%
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Issues raised
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Interstate transport of nfa firearms161
Simplify nfa travel compliance138
Advance approval for interstate travel90
Interstate travel of firearms76
Reduce regulatory burden59
Burden on citizens54
Firearm transportation requirements44
Nfa transport permission requirements36
Administrative burden of notification35
Administrative burden of form 5320.2031
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| Organization | Administrative burden of form 5320.20 | Interstate transport of nfa firearms | Simplify nfa travel compliance |
|---|---|---|---|
National Firearms Act Trade and Collectors Association Trade associationSupport The National Firearms Act Trade and Collectors Association (NFATCA) supports the proposed rule to extend the duration of |
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- Jul 25, 2026Cool F/XSupportIndividual
The commenter supports the proposed amendments to 27 CFR 478.28, arguing that the current requirement for individual approval for short-term interstate travel with NFA firearms creates unnecessary administrative burdens. They advocate for the categorical authorization for travel under 365 days and request further clarification on pass-through protections for travelers.
Read comment → - Jul 12, 2026National Firearms Act Trade and Collectors AssociationSupportTrade association
The National Firearms Act Trade and Collectors Association (NFATCA) supports the proposed rule to extend the duration of approved travel authorizations for NFA firearms. They argue that the current requirements impose unnecessary administrative burdens and suggest that the Department should eventually consider eliminating the notification requirement for temporary interstate transportation entirely.
Read comment → - Jul 27, 2026Brandon YoungSupportIndividualRead comment →
- Jul 24, 2026Howard TurnerSupportIndividual
The commenter supports the proposed changes, arguing that they remove unnecessary administrative burdens for both regulators and citizens. They contend that modern technology makes ownership verification straightforward and that the current system provides no benefit to law enforcement while frustrating owners.
Read comment → - Jul 24, 2026Anonymous AnonymousSupportIndividualRead comment →
- Jul 13, 2026Brian UzunSupportIndividualRead comment →
- Jul 11, 2026Anonymous AnonymousSupportIndividual
An individual firearm owner supports the proposed rule change because it would reduce the administrative burden of filing Form 20s when transporting NFA firearms to different states. The commenter notes that this change would also save time for government employees who currently review these forms.
Read comment → - Jul 10, 2026Anonymous AnonymousSupportIndividual
The commenter supports the proposed rule, arguing that the current requirements for traveling with short-barreled rifles create an unnecessary burden for both citizens and ATF employees. They also suggest a future rule to remove these items from the National Firearms Act entirely.
Read comment → - Jul 8, 2026Brian KochSupportGovernment
An assistant district attorney in Kansas supports the proposed rule change to reduce the paperwork burden for individuals transporting NFA items across state lines. The commenter argues that the change will foster interstate commerce and allow sportsmen to travel more easily to share their interests.
Read comment → - Jul 8, 2026RC EstesSupportIndividualRead comment →