Bill > HB2884

This bill establishes provisions related to the safe storage of firearms. Key provisions include: 1. Defining responsible and secure storage of firearms, which includes keeping firearms unloaded and locked in a manner that prevents access by unauthorized persons, including children. The bill also allows for the use of personalized firearms with active safety features. 2. Creating the offense of "unlawful storage of a firearm" if a person fails to responsibly and securely store a firearm, and a child or ineligible cotenant gains access to it. The offense carries a fine for a first violation and a class B misdemeanor for subsequent violations. 3. Requiring firearms dealers to post a notice about the unlawful storage offense and its penalties, with penalties for non-compliance. 4. Directing the Department of Public Safety to include information about the unlawful storage offense and related penalties on its website and in materials provided to firearms dealers, shooting ranges, safety instructors, and healthcare providers.