2025-17790Notice

FBI Tweaks Gun Dealer Background Check Forms for Clarity

Published Date: 9/16/2025

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Summary

The FBI wants to update forms that federal firearms license holders use to enroll in and follow rules for the background check system (NICS). This affects gun dealers and their employees, who’ll see clearer instructions and possibly smoother paperwork. The FBI is asking for approval soon, aiming to keep things easy and efficient without extra costs or delays.

Analyzed Economic Effects

2 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.

Updated FFL NICS Enrollment Form

The FBI is updating the Federal Firearms Licensee (FFL) Enrollment/NICS E-Check Enrollment form used by gun dealers to enroll in the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS). The FBI says the changes aim to give clearer instructions and smoother paperwork and will be submitted to the Office of Management and Budget for review and approval.

FFL Officer/Employee Acknowledgment Updates

The FBI is revising the FFL Officer/Employee Acknowledgment of Responsibilities and the Responsibilities of an FFL under NICS form that employees of gun dealers use to confirm their duties. The FBI says these updates are intended to clarify responsibilities and keep paperwork efficient and will be sent to OMB for review and approval.

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Key Dates

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9/16/2025
10/16/2025

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