ATF to Keep Biden-Era Frames and Receivers Rule in Place

Summary

The ATF has decided to retain the Biden administration’s 2022 “frames and receivers” rule (ATF Final Rule 2021R-05F), which redefines unfinished frames, receivers, and parts kits as regulated firearms. This decision follows a comprehensive review directed by President Trump on February 7, 2025, and maintains a rule largely upheld by the U.S. Supreme Court in *Bondi v. VanDerStok* on March 26, 2025, requiring FFLs, serialization, and background checks for these components.