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US S246SECURE Firearm Storage Act Safety Enhancements for Communities Using Reasonable and Effective Firearm Storage Act
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Introduced
02/02/2023
02/02/2023
In Committee
02/02/2023
02/02/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2025
01/03/2025
Introduced Session
118th Congress
Bill Summary
A bill to amend title 18, United States Code, to require federally licensed firearms importers, manufacturers, and dealers to meet certain requirements with respect to securing their firearms inventory, business records, and business premises.
AI Summary
This bill, the Safety Enhancements for Communities Using Reasonable and Effective Firearm Storage Act (SECURE Firearm Storage Act), amends Title 18 of the United States Code to require federally licensed firearms importers, manufacturers, and dealers to meet certain requirements for securing their firearms inventory, business records, and business premises. The key provisions include: 1) requiring licensees to store firearms in the business inventory in locked safes, cabinets, or vaults when the premises are not open for business; 2) requiring licensees to store business records in a secure location when the premises are not open; and 3) authorizing the Attorney General to prescribe additional security requirements, such as the use of alarm systems and security cameras. The bill also establishes civil penalties for non-compliance, including suspension or revocation of the license.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (8)
Dick Durbin (D)*,
Richard Blumenthal (D),
Bob Casey (D),
Tammy Duckworth (D),
Kirsten Gillibrand (D),
Ed Markey (D),
Chris Murphy (D),
Elizabeth Warren (D),
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (on 02/02/2023)
Bill Topics
Law, Crime, and Family Issues
- ‐ Firearms and Gun Control
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/246/all-info | 02/03/2023 |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/s246/BILLS-118s246is.pdf | 02/16/2023 |
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