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Safe Firearm Storage Act: New Locks, Grants, and Public Safety Rules.

This Act establishes federal standards and grant programs to promote the safe storage of firearms in homes and vehicles, aiming to prevent unauthorized access and theft. Citizens will benefit from a new grant program providing States and Tribes with funds to distribute free or subsidized safe storage devices (locks, safes). Additionally, the requirement to provide a safe storage device is expanded to include all sold rifles and shotguns, broadening the existing rule for handguns.
Key points
Expands the requirement to provide a safe storage device (lock) to include all sales of handguns, rifles, and shotguns, enhancing household safety.
Establishes a $10 million annual federal grant program for States and Tribes to distribute safe firearm storage devices to the public.
The Attorney General must establish and publish voluntary best practices for safe storage in homes, vehicles, and businesses for public education.
Firearm manufacturers and importers must include a clear written notice stating 'SAFE STORAGE SAVES LIVES' with all manufactured handguns, rifles, or shotguns.
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Print number: 118_HR_4965
Sponsor: Rep. Jackson Lee, Sheila [D-TX-18]
Process start date: 2023-07-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_4965.

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 2023-07-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Expands the requirement to provide a safe storage device (lock) to include all sales of handguns, rifles, and shotguns, enhancing household safety.
  • Establishes a $10 million annual federal grant program for States and Tribes to distribute safe firearm storage devices to the public.
  • The Attorney General must establish and publish voluntary best practices for safe storage in homes, vehicles, and businesses for public education.
  • Firearm manufacturers and importers must include a clear written notice stating 'SAFE STORAGE SAVES LIVES' with all manufactured handguns, rifles, or shotguns.
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. Jackson Lee, Sheila [D-TX-18].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

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