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Veteran Suicide Prevention: Mandatory Training and Free Safe Firearm Storage.

This law aims to reduce veteran suicide by enhancing safety measures regarding access to lethal means. It mandates annual training for all VA and community health care providers on lethal means safety. Crucially, it establishes a grant program to distribute free gun lock boxes or safes to veterans, ensuring strict anonymity and prohibiting the collection of personal data or gun ownership information.
Key points
Mandatory annual training for all VA health care staff and external community providers on suicide prevention and lethal means safety (firearms, medication).
A new grant program provides free gun safes or lock boxes to veterans through state agencies and non-profit organizations.
The free safe storage program is strictly anonymous; collecting veterans' personal information or inquiring about gun ownership is prohibited.
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Additional Information
Lethal Means Safe Storage for Veteran Suicide Prevention Act
Print number: S 4929
Sponsor: Sen. King, Angus S., Jr. [I-ME]
Process start date: 2024-08-01
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about Veteran Suicide Prevention: Mandatory Training and Free Safe Firearm Storage.

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is S 4929.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-08-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandatory annual training for all VA health care staff and external community providers on suicide prevention and lethal means safety (firearms, medication).
  • A new grant program provides free gun safes or lock boxes to veterans through state agencies and non-profit organizations.
  • The free safe storage program is strictly anonymous; collecting veterans' personal information or inquiring about gun ownership is prohibited.

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 Sen. King, Angus S., Jr. [I-ME].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

Analysis and Potential Impact of S 4929

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