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Increased Transparency in Firearm Data and Combating Illegal Trafficking.

This new law requires the government to publish detailed data on firearm tracing, including information on their origin, types, and recovery locations. The goal is to increase transparency and support efforts against illegal gun trafficking, potentially impacting public safety.
Key points
The government will regularly publish data on firearms recovered in crimes, including information on sellers and the time from purchase to use in a crime.
Reports will include data on firearms lost or stolen from licensed dealers, as well as privately made firearms.
The act aims to better understand and combat illegal firearm trafficking, which may contribute to reducing gun violence.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_2188
Sponsor: Sen. Schiff, Adam B. [D-CA]
Process start date: 2025-06-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

ATF DATA Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_2188.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-06-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The government will regularly publish data on firearms recovered in crimes, including information on sellers and the time from purchase to use in a crime.
  • Reports will include data on firearms lost or stolen from licensed dealers, as well as privately made firearms.
  • The act aims to better understand and combat illegal firearm trafficking, which may contribute to reducing gun violence.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Schiff, Adam B. [D-CA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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