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This bill, titled the "Illegal Firearms Trafficking and Crime Prevention Act of 2026," establishes a comprehensive regulatory framework for firearm sales and possession in Arizona, requiring firearm dealers to obtain a state permit from the Department of Public Safety (DPS) and meet various operational standards. Key provisions include mandatory background checks for all firearm sales, including those between unlicensed individuals facilitated by a dealer, and a seven-day waiting period after a background check is requested before a sale can be completed. Dealers must also implement robust physical security measures for firearms and ammunition, maintain detailed electronic records of all transactions, and install and operate continuous video and audio surveillance systems. Furthermore, dealers and their employees must undergo mandatory training on firearm laws, recognizing illegal activities like straw purchases, and safe storage practices. The bill also mandates that law enforcement agencies participate in federal tracing systems for recovered firearms and requires dealers to report lost or stolen firearms promptly. Finally, it introduces provisions for civil liability and injunctive relief against "gun industry members" who fail to implement reasonable controls to prevent their products from being used unlawfully, and establishes a system for DPS to track and analyze firearm crime data.

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https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/84360