S 3085

This bill, the Firearm Access During Shutdowns Act of 2025, aims to maintain critical functions related to firearms enforcement and export licensing within the federal government even if Congress fails to pass appropriations, resulting in a government shutdown. Specifically, it ensures that the FBI’s background check system, the ATF’s enforcement and regulatory activities, the Department of Commerce’s export licensing processes, and the Department of State’s defense trade controls continue to operate. The bill designates these operations as essential for public safety and allows employees involved to continue working during a shutdown, similar to how other essential employees are treated.