ATF Attempting to Keep Biden's Universal Background Check Rule!

Published on June 29, 2026
Duration: 9:37

This video from Gun Owners of America (GOA) details the ATF's attempt to reintroduce aspects of the 'Engage in the Business' (EIB) rule, which was previously vacated by a Texas judge. GOA argues that the proposed new rule, while rescinding some provisions, retains the core legal framework and flawed theories of the original Biden-era rule, effectively enabling backdoor universal background checks. The organization urges gun owners to submit comments to the ATF to demand the full withdrawal of the proposed rule.

Quick Summary

The ATF's 'Engage in the Business' (EIB) Rule, previously vacated by a federal judge, is being re-proposed by the ATF with modifications. Gun Owners of America (GOA) argues this new proposal still enables backdoor universal background checks by retaining flawed legal theories and the core framework of the original Biden-era rule. GOA urges gun owners to submit comments to fully rescind the rule.

Chapters

  1. 00:00ATF's Engage in the Business Rule Vacated, But Not Dead
  2. 00:28Introduction: Ben from GOA
  3. 00:31GOA's Annual Convention: GOALS
  4. 00:53Lawsuit Victory Against ATF's EIB Rule
  5. 01:12Bipartisan Safer Communities Act Explained
  6. 01:41ATF's New Proposed Rulemaking
  7. 02:06ATF Press Conference: Rescinding Rules?
  8. 02:36Engage in the Business Rule Details
  9. 02:53ATF's Plan: Repealing Parts of the EIB Rule
  10. 03:27Proposed Rule Retains Flawed Legal Theories
  11. 03:45Gun Owners' Input Ignored?
  12. 04:03The New Rule's Core Legal Framework Intact
  13. 04:12Critique of ATF's Presumptions
  14. 04:36Unlawful Presumption: Record Keeping
  15. 04:51Unlawful Presumption: Reselling Firearms
  16. 05:15Selling Without Selling a Firearm
  17. 05:23Proposed Rollback is Cosmetic
  18. 05:38Call to Action: Submit Comments
  19. 05:53Conclusion: Second Amendment is a Right

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ATF's 'Engage in the Business' Rule?

The ATF's 'Engage in the Business' (EIB) Rule, particularly the Biden-era version, aimed to expand the definition of who is considered a firearms dealer, effectively creating backdoor universal background checks by presuming private sales were evidence of unlicensed dealing.

Has the ATF's 'Engage in the Business' Rule been successful?

A federal judge in Texas vacated the Biden-era 'Engage in the Business' Rule entirely. However, the ATF has proposed a new rule that retains key aspects of the original, which Gun Owners of America (GOA) is actively opposing.

What is the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act's role in the EIB Rule?

The Bipartisan Safer Communities Act (BSCA) of 2022 changed the definition of a firearms dealer to 'predominantly earn a profit' and broadened its scope, which the ATF used as a basis to implement the 'Engage in the Business' Rule and pursue universal background checks.

How can gun owners oppose the ATF's proposed 'Engage in the Business' Rule?

Gun owners can oppose the ATF's proposed rule by submitting comments to the agency before the deadline (August 4th). Gun Owners of America (GOA) provides resources and pre-written comments to facilitate this process.

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