A bill to allow members of federally recognized Tribes to use their Tribal government identification documents in obtaining a firearm from a federally licensed firearms dealer.

# Plain Language Summary of S 3946 **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would allow Native Americans who are members of federally recognized Tribes to use their Tribal government ID cards when buying firearms from licensed gun dealers. Currently, federal law requires certain forms of government-issued identification (like state driver's licenses or passports) for firearm purchases. This bill would add Tribal IDs to the list of acceptable documents for that purpose. **Who It Affects and Key Details** The bill specifically targets members of federally recognized Indian Tribes—roughly 574 federally recognized Tribes in the United States. It would make it easier for these individuals to purchase firearms by accepting their Tribal government identification as valid proof of identity and residency, similar to how state IDs are currently accepted.

The bill does not change gun ownership restrictions or background check requirements; it only addresses which identification documents qualify. **Current Status** As of now, S 3946 is in committee, meaning it hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate. The bill was introduced by Senator Markwayne Mullin (R-Oklahoma). For the bill to become law, it would need to move out of committee and receive approval from both the Senate and House, then be signed by the President.