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Introduced
02/12/2025
02/12/2025
In Committee
02/12/2025
02/12/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
119th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To amend title 18, United States Code, to require a Federal firearms licensee to provide secure firearms storage information to a prospective firearm transferee, and to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a gun safe credit, and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill aims to improve firearm safety by requiring federal firearms licensees (FFLs) to provide secure storage information to customers when selling firearms. Specifically, the bill mandates that FFLs must give prospective firearm buyers detailed guidance on safe firearm storage, including recommendations to store firearms unloaded, out of reach of children, and separately from ammunition. The Attorney General will develop regulations detailing the specific storage information within six months of the bill's enactment. Additionally, the bill requires FFLs to stock a variety of secure gun storage devices like full-size gun safes, lock boxes, and trigger locks. To incentivize gun safe purchases, the bill also introduces a tax credit of up to $500 for individuals who buy qualified gun safes, gun cases, or other secure storage devices designed to be unlocked only by authorized users. The provisions aim to reduce risks associated with unsecured firearms, such as accidental shootings, child access, suicide, and theft, by promoting responsible firearm storage practices. The bill's provisions will take effect six months after its enactment, giving businesses and consumers time to adapt to the new requirements.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (6)
Mikie Sherrill (D)*,
Julia Brownley (D),
Dan Goldman (D),
Eleanor Holmes Norton (D),
Haley Stevens (D),
Nikema Williams (D),
Last Action
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. (on 02/12/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/1272/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/hr1272/BILLS-119hr1272ih.pdf |
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