The ATF has called for public comment regarding proposed changes to the federal 4473 firearm purchase background check form.
One of the changes concerns a change to Section B, Sex: Male/Female. The ATF is proposing to add a third option to this question: Nonbinary.
I sent the following to the ATF:
Regarding Section B, question regarding Sex: Male/Female/Nonbinary. Nonbinary is not a question of sex, it is a question of perceived gender. And since the question relates to the ability of ffl’s and law enforcement being able to readily identify an individual, the previous question regarding Sex: Male/Female is the most accurate question.
Changing this question as a nod to some social trend is counterproductive in this instance.
Leave the question as it is. It is not worth the expense required to change the forms, nor does it aid relevant parties in readily identifying the individual attempting to transfer the firearm.
The ATF needs to hear from the public regarding the futility if this proposed change. Comments will be accepted for the next 43 days, and can be sent to the following email address: FederalRegisterNoticeATFF4473@atf.gov
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