Bill > HR4225

This bill aims to improve child safety around firearms by introducing several key provisions. First, it restricts parental written consent for juveniles to possess handguns, requiring parents to have direct knowledge that the juvenile will be under active adult supervision when using the firearm. Second, the bill mandates secure gun storage, making it unlawful to keep firearms unsecured if they have been involved in interstate commerce, with potential civil penalties of $1,000 for a first violation and $5,000 for subsequent violations. The legislation also creates a private right of action for individuals injured due to unsecured firearms, allowing them to sue the firearm owner or property controller. Additionally, the bill establishes a grant program through the Department of Education to provide gun safety educational materials to parents, including best practices for secure gun storage and child safety. The bill requires the Attorney General to submit annual reports on the implementation of these provisions, including demographic breakdowns of how the law is applied. These measures are designed to reduce accidental shootings and improve responsible gun ownership, particularly in households with children.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4225/all-info