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Secure Firearm Storage: Information and Tax Credit for Safes

New rules aim to enhance safety by requiring information on secure firearm storage at the point of sale. Additionally, citizens can benefit from a tax credit for purchasing gun safes, encouraging safer storage practices. These changes seek to reduce the risks of accidents, suicides, and thefts related to firearms.
Key points
Firearm sellers must provide buyers with information on secure storage, including risks of unsecured firearms.
Gun stores must offer a variety of secure storage devices, such as safes and lock boxes.
A tax credit of up to $500 is introduced for purchasing a qualified gun safe, reducing costs for citizens.
Secure storage information must include guidance on storing firearms unloaded, out of reach of children, and separate from ammunition.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_1272
Sponsor: Rep. Sherrill, Mikie [D-NJ-11]
Process start date: 2025-02-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Secure Storage Information Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_1272.

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 2025-02-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Firearm sellers must provide buyers with information on secure storage, including risks of unsecured firearms.
  • Gun stores must offer a variety of secure storage devices, such as safes and lock boxes.
  • A tax credit of up to $500 is introduced for purchasing a qualified gun safe, reducing costs for citizens.
  • Secure storage information must include guidance on storing firearms unloaded, out of reach of children, and separate from ammunition.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Sherrill, Mikie [D-NJ-11].

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 2025-12-22.

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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