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Protect Children Through Safe Gun Ownership Act

USA119th CongressHR-4225| House 
| Updated: 6/27/2025
Madeleine Dean

Madeleine Dean

Democratic Representative

Pennsylvania

Judiciary Committee, Education and Workforce Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This bill seeks to amend federal law to improve firearm safety, particularly concerning juveniles and secure storage. It makes it unlawful for a parent or guardian to provide written consent for a juvenile to possess a handgun unless they have actual knowledge that the juvenile's use will be under the active supervision of an adult not prohibited from possessing a firearm. A key provision establishes that it is unlawful to keep, leave, or store any unsecured firearm that has moved in interstate commerce, unless the firearm is carried on the person or within close proximity for ready retrieval. An "unsecured firearm" is defined as one not secured by a secure gun storage or safety device. Violations can result in civil money penalties, ranging from up to $1,000 for a first offense to $5,000 for subsequent violations. The bill also creates a private right of action , allowing individuals injured by an unsecured firearm violation to sue for damages against the violator or premises owner who knew or should have known about the unsecured firearm. Furthermore, it mandates that the Attorney General promulgate rules to ensure the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) denies firearm transfers to individuals assessed a civil money penalty for an unsecured firearm violation within the preceding five years. To further promote safety, the bill establishes a competitive grant program, administered by the Secretary of Education, for eligible local educational agencies to provide educational materials and information sessions for parents on gun safety and the importance of secure gun storage. Finally, the Attorney General is required to submit annual reports to Congress on the Act's implementation, including disaggregated data.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-6639
Protect Children Through Safe Gun Ownership Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-3687
Protect Children Through Safe Gun Ownership Act
Jun 27, 2025
Introduced in House
Jun 27, 2025
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, 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.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-6639
    Protect Children Through Safe Gun Ownership Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-3687
    Protect Children Through Safe Gun Ownership Act


  • June 27, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • June 27, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, 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.

Crime and Law Enforcement

Protect Children Through Safe Gun Ownership Act

USA119th CongressHR-4225| House 
| Updated: 6/27/2025
This bill seeks to amend federal law to improve firearm safety, particularly concerning juveniles and secure storage. It makes it unlawful for a parent or guardian to provide written consent for a juvenile to possess a handgun unless they have actual knowledge that the juvenile's use will be under the active supervision of an adult not prohibited from possessing a firearm. A key provision establishes that it is unlawful to keep, leave, or store any unsecured firearm that has moved in interstate commerce, unless the firearm is carried on the person or within close proximity for ready retrieval. An "unsecured firearm" is defined as one not secured by a secure gun storage or safety device. Violations can result in civil money penalties, ranging from up to $1,000 for a first offense to $5,000 for subsequent violations. The bill also creates a private right of action , allowing individuals injured by an unsecured firearm violation to sue for damages against the violator or premises owner who knew or should have known about the unsecured firearm. Furthermore, it mandates that the Attorney General promulgate rules to ensure the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) denies firearm transfers to individuals assessed a civil money penalty for an unsecured firearm violation within the preceding five years. To further promote safety, the bill establishes a competitive grant program, administered by the Secretary of Education, for eligible local educational agencies to provide educational materials and information sessions for parents on gun safety and the importance of secure gun storage. Finally, the Attorney General is required to submit annual reports to Congress on the Act's implementation, including disaggregated data.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-6639
Protect Children Through Safe Gun Ownership Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-3687
Protect Children Through Safe Gun Ownership Act
Jun 27, 2025
Introduced in House
Jun 27, 2025
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, 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.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-6639
    Protect Children Through Safe Gun Ownership Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-3687
    Protect Children Through Safe Gun Ownership Act


  • June 27, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • June 27, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, 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.
Madeleine Dean

Madeleine Dean

Democratic Representative

Pennsylvania

Judiciary Committee, Education and Workforce Committee

Crime and Law Enforcement

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted