Overview of ATF Ruling 2016-1 (9)(b)

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) Ruling 2016-1 (9)(b) specifies requirements for the location and legal jurisdiction of servers used by Federal Firearms Licensees (FFLs). According to the ruling:

• The licensee’s server must be located within the United States or its territories.

• If a host facility is used, it must have a business premises within the United States or its territories.

• The host facility must be subject to U.S. legal process.

These requirements ensure that FFLs can comply with U.S. laws and regulations regarding the storage and management of their data.

How FastBound Meets ATF Ruling 2016-1 (9)(b)

FastBound is committed to helping FFLs comply with all relevant ATF regulations, including Ruling 2016-1 (9)(b). Here’s how FastBound ensures compliance:

1. Data Storage Location:

   1. All FastBound customer data is stored at rest in the United States.

   2. FastBound utilizes Microsoft Azure for data storage, specifically in their Central U.S. region, which is located in Iowa.

2. Microsoft Azure Data Centers:

   1. Microsoft Azure’s data centers in the Central U.S. region include the following locations in Iowa:

      1. 550 White Crane Road, West Des Moines, IA

      2. 8855 Grand Ave, West Des Moines, IA

      3. Address To Be Determined, Linn, IA

3. Compliance with U.S. Legal Process:

   1. As a host facility, Microsoft Azure operates within the United States and is subject to U.S. legal process.

4. Security and Confidentiality:

   1. Microsoft does not publicize the exact addresses of its data centers for security reasons, but multiple third-party sources have identified the addresses mentioned above.

   2. FastBound ensures that customer data is stored securely and meets all ATF compliance requirements.