S.3085

Firearm Access During Shutdowns Act of 2025

Introduced·10/30/25

Ensures certain firearm-related operations continue during government shutdowns.

The Firearm Access During Shutdowns Act of 2025 aims to ensure that specific operations related to firearms enforcement and export licensing continue during a government shutdown. These operations include the National Instant Criminal Background Check System, the Directorate of Enforcement Programs and Services of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, and the Bureau of Industry and Security of the Department of Commerce.

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History

Oct 30, 2025

Senate

Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.