Abolish the ATF Act

# Abolish the ATF Act Summary **What the bill would do:** This bill would eliminate the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), a federal agency that currently enforces laws related to firearms, explosives, and certain tax regulations. If passed, the ATF would be shut down entirely, and its existing responsibilities would need to be reassigned or discontinued. **Who it affects:** The bill would impact gun owners, firearms manufacturers and dealers, law enforcement agencies that work with the ATF, and federal employees working at the agency.

It would also affect enforcement of federal firearms regulations, explosives oversight, and alcohol and tobacco tax compliance. **Current status:** The bill was introduced in the 119th Congress by Representative Eric Burlison (R-MO) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill has not advanced beyond the initial committee review stage.