ATF Implements Temporary Rule for Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994

Summary

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) has implemented a temporary rule restricting the manufacture, transfer, and possession of certain semiautomatic assault weapons and large capacity ammunition feeding devices, as mandated by Public Law 103-322, the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994. The rule will remain in effect until superseded by final regulations and invites public comments for a 90-day period.