Ensuring Firearm Background Checks and Licensing Continue During Shutdowns.
This bill ensures that critical federal operations related to firearms continue even during a government shutdown caused by a lapse in funding. This means the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) and the functions of the ATF will not cease. For citizens, this guarantees that legal firearm purchases and regulatory processes will not be delayed due to budget disputes in Washington.
Key points
The National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) must remain operational, allowing legal firearm sales to continue without interruption.
Operations of the ATF and firearm export licensing processes will continue, ensuring regulatory oversight and continuity.
Employees performing these duties are designated as essential and required to work even if the government is shut down.
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