Reports Demographics of Gun Purchase Denials
Official: NICS Data Reporting Act of 2026
This bill requires the Attorney General to provide Congress with annual reports on the demographics of people denied firearm purchases due to background checks.
NICS Data Reporting Act This bill requires the Department of Justice to report annually on the demographic data of persons who are determined to be ineligible to purchase a firearm based on a background check performed by the National Instant Criminal Background Check System.
1. The Attorney General must report demographic data on individuals denied firearm purchases annually. 2. This data will include details such as race, gender, age, and income level. 3. The first report is due one year after the bill becomes law. 4. The goal is to provide transparency about who is ineligible to buy firearms. 5. Congress will receive this information to help inform future legislation.
This bill affects individuals who are denied the ability to purchase firearms based on background checks.