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Service Weapon Safety: New Rules for Federal Law Enforcement.

This act introduces new rules for the safe storage and security of service weapons used by federal law enforcement officers. The goal is to enhance public safety by reducing the risk of lost or stolen firearms, indirectly impacting citizens' security.
Key points
Mandatory safe storage of service firearms when not in use, using methods like safes or trigger locks.
Prohibition of storing service firearms in patrol or personal vehicles, with limited exceptions.
Requirement to report any loss or theft of a service firearm to relevant agencies.
Training on safe storage practices for individuals assisting law enforcement functions.
Providing officers with information on the statistical risks of keeping firearms at home, especially if easily accessible.
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_10481
Sponsor: Rep. DeSaulnier, Mark [D-CA-10]
Process start date: 2024-12-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Federal Law Enforcement and Public Protection Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_10481.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-12-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandatory safe storage of service firearms when not in use, using methods like safes or trigger locks.
  • Prohibition of storing service firearms in patrol or personal vehicles, with limited exceptions.
  • Requirement to report any loss or theft of a service firearm to relevant agencies.
  • Training on safe storage practices for individuals assisting law enforcement functions.
  • Providing officers with information on the statistical risks of keeping firearms at home, especially if easily accessible.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. DeSaulnier, Mark [D-CA-10].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Security Courts and Law