ATF Proposes Online Gun Sales | Albany News

Albany News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 3, 2026 · 1m

ATF’s proposed gun safety rollbacks could let buyers purchase firearms entirely online — a move sparking fierce resistance from New York lawmakers, who are pushing back with legislation to keep in-person sales mandatory. Gun sellers and anti-violence advocates alike warn that face-to-face transactions are critical for safety, helping assess buyer intent and prevent weapons from falling into the wrong hands. While ATF says these changes will modernize and simplify the process, they’re still open for public comment until August 6th — giving states like New York a window to rally support for…