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This bill, titled the "Illegal Firearms Trafficking and Crime Prevention Act of 2026," establishes comprehensive regulations for firearm sales and dealers in Arizona, requiring dealers to obtain a state permit from the Department of Public Safety (DPS), which involves a $250 fee, background checks, and proof of at least $1,000,000 in general liability insurance. The bill mandates that dealers implement robust security measures, including video surveillance, alarm systems, and secure storage for firearms and ammunition, and requires both dealers and their employees to undergo mandatory training on firearm laws, recognizing straw purchasers, and safe storage practices. Furthermore, it introduces stricter rules for firearm sales and transfers, including a seven-day waiting period after a background check request and a limit of one firearm sale per person within a thirty-day period, with specific exceptions for antique firearms, curios or relics, and law enforcement. The bill also enhances recordkeeping and reporting requirements for dealers, mandates law enforcement participation in federal tracing systems like ATF eTrace, and establishes penalties for violations, ranging from misdemeanors to felonies, while also outlining provisions for enforcement and civil liability for gun industry members who fail to prevent their products from being used unlawfully.

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https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/85282