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DemocratBill · H.R. 4152· House(119-HR-4152)

Safe Storage Saves Lives Act

Rep. Tlaib
Age: 50 years
Michigan
Introduced
6/26/2025
Last activity
6/26/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Sponsored by
Rashida Tlaib
Cosponsors
Democrat - 39Republican - 0
Crime and Law Enforcement
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, titled the "Safe Storage Saves Lives Act," seeks to amend title 18 of the United States Code. It aims to require a compatible gun lock to be provided to every firearm purchaser. The legislation expands the requirement from handguns to all firearms. It also mandates that any person offering a firearm for sale must also offer a compatible secure gun storage or safety device. Additionally, the bill establishes civil penalties for certain violations.

Yes

  • Does this put more limits on buying or owning guns?+5

    The bill implements new requirements for firearm safety devices and penalties for non-compliance.

  • Does this give the federal government more power?+3

    The bill expands federal oversight of firearm sales through civil penalties enforced by the Attorney General.

  • Would children be better off under this?+3

    Increased firearm safety storage requirements may reduce accidental injuries to children.

The opposite

  • Would gun owners be better off under this?-3

    The bill introduces new requirements and potential penalties for firearm transfers and sales.

  • Does this protect the right to own guns?-3

    The mandate of required safety devices may be seen as an additional regulatory burden on firearm ownership.

  • Would business owners be better off under this?-2

    The bill imposes potential civil penalties on individuals offering firearms for sale.