The Safe Storage Saves Lives Act: A New Law to Reduce Gun Violence
On June 26, 2025, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 4152, also known as the “Safe Storage Saves Lives Act,” which aims to reduce gun violence by requiring a gun lock to be provided with every firearm purchase.
What Does the Bill Do?
- Amends Title 18, United States Code, to require a gun lock to be provided with every firearm purchase.
- Requires a secure gun storage or safety device to be compatible with the firearm.
- Punishes individuals who sell firearms without providing a gun lock for sale.
Key Provisions of the Bill
Section 3 clarifies the definition of “secure gun storage or safety device” to include devices provided with, or incorporated into the design of, the firearm.
Section 4 requires gun sellers to have a compatible gun lock available for every firearm offered for sale.
- Penalties for individuals who sell firearms without providing a gun lock for sale will be enforced by the Attorney General.
- Fines collected through penalties will be used to distribute free or reduced-cost secure gun storage devices or raise public awareness about their use.
Find Out More About This Bill
This bill is available at:
https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/BILLS-119hr4152ih
The Safe Storage Saves Lives Act aims to reduce gun violence by requiring a gun lock to be provided with every firearm purchase. This new law is an important step towards creating safer communities.
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