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Secure Firearm Storage and Suicide Prevention Act of 2026

This bill requires schools to provide students and parents with clear guidance on how to safely store firearms to prevent accidents and suicides. It focuses on practical education and providing resources to keep families safe without taking a stance on gun ownership.
Key points
Creation of national best practices for locking and storing firearms in homes and cars.
Schools must distribute safety guides to parents and students via email and printed handouts.
Information on how to obtain free or low-cost firearm locking devices like trigger locks or safes.
Teaching children not to touch found firearms and to alert a trusted adult immediately.
Providing lists of mental health resources and suicide prevention strategies for families.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_7591
Sponsor: Rep. Goldman, Daniel S. [D-NY-10]
Process start date: 2026-02-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Secure Firearm Storage and Suicide Prevention Act of 2026

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_7591.

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 2026-02-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Creation of national best practices for locking and storing firearms in homes and cars.
  • Schools must distribute safety guides to parents and students via email and printed handouts.
  • Information on how to obtain free or low-cost firearm locking devices like trigger locks or safes.
  • Teaching children not to touch found firearms and to alert a trusted adult immediately.
  • Providing lists of mental health resources and suicide prevention strategies for families.
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. Goldman, Daniel S. [D-NY-10].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-02-24.

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.

CATEGORIES

Education Security Family