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Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage Act

USA119th CongressHR-8619| House 
| Updated: 5/15/2026
Christian D. Menefee

Christian D. Menefee

Democratic Representative

Texas

Cosponsors (2)
Sam T. Liccardo (Democratic)Madeleine Dean (Democratic)

Ways and Means Committee, Judiciary Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This bill aims to enhance firearm safety by promoting responsible storage practices and increasing access to safe storage devices. It mandates that licensed firearm manufacturers and importers who serialize at least 250 firearms annually must include a clear written notice with each firearm, stating "SAFE STORAGE SAVES LIVES" and directing consumers to a public website for best practices. Furthermore, it expands existing law to require that all licensed firearm sales, including rifles and shotguns, be accompanied by a safe storage device, not just handguns. To support these efforts, the bill directs the Attorney General to establish and publish voluntary best practices for safe firearm storage, covering various locations like homes, vehicles, and businesses, with annual updates. It also creates a grant program , authorizing $10 million annually from fiscal years 2027 through 2037, for States and Indian Tribes to develop and implement Safe Firearm Storage Assistance Programs. These programs are designed to acquire and distribute safe firearm storage devices to the public, with reporting requirements for grantees and the Attorney General. Finally, the legislation introduces a new tax credit against the Internal Revenue Code, allowing for 10 percent of the amount received from the first retail sale of a safe firearm storage device, capped at $400 per device. This credit is intended to incentivize the purchase of devices designed to deny unauthorized access to firearms or ammunition, such as those secured by combination, key, or biometric locks. The tax credit will apply to sales until December 31, 2035, and the Treasury Secretary will report annually on its utilization.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-4080
Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-7545
Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-130
Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-4965
Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-52
Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage Act
Apr 30, 2026
Introduced in House
Apr 30, 2026
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.
May 15, 2026
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H3541)
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-4080
    Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-7545
    Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-130
    Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-4965
    Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-52
    Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage Act


  • April 30, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • April 30, 2026
    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.


  • May 15, 2026
    Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H3541)

Crime and Law Enforcement

Related Bills

  • HR 119-4487: Gun Safety Incentive Act

Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage Act

USA119th CongressHR-8619| House 
| Updated: 5/15/2026
This bill aims to enhance firearm safety by promoting responsible storage practices and increasing access to safe storage devices. It mandates that licensed firearm manufacturers and importers who serialize at least 250 firearms annually must include a clear written notice with each firearm, stating "SAFE STORAGE SAVES LIVES" and directing consumers to a public website for best practices. Furthermore, it expands existing law to require that all licensed firearm sales, including rifles and shotguns, be accompanied by a safe storage device, not just handguns. To support these efforts, the bill directs the Attorney General to establish and publish voluntary best practices for safe firearm storage, covering various locations like homes, vehicles, and businesses, with annual updates. It also creates a grant program , authorizing $10 million annually from fiscal years 2027 through 2037, for States and Indian Tribes to develop and implement Safe Firearm Storage Assistance Programs. These programs are designed to acquire and distribute safe firearm storage devices to the public, with reporting requirements for grantees and the Attorney General. Finally, the legislation introduces a new tax credit against the Internal Revenue Code, allowing for 10 percent of the amount received from the first retail sale of a safe firearm storage device, capped at $400 per device. This credit is intended to incentivize the purchase of devices designed to deny unauthorized access to firearms or ammunition, such as those secured by combination, key, or biometric locks. The tax credit will apply to sales until December 31, 2035, and the Treasury Secretary will report annually on its utilization.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-4080
Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-7545
Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-130
Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-4965
Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-52
Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage Act
Apr 30, 2026
Introduced in House
Apr 30, 2026
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.
May 15, 2026
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H3541)
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-4080
    Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-7545
    Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-130
    Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-4965
    Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-52
    Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage Act


  • April 30, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • April 30, 2026
    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.


  • May 15, 2026
    Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H3541)
Christian D. Menefee

Christian D. Menefee

Democratic Representative

Texas

Cosponsors (2)
Sam T. Liccardo (Democratic)Madeleine Dean (Democratic)

Ways and Means Committee, Judiciary Committee

Crime and Law Enforcement

Related Bills

  • HR 119-4487: Gun Safety Incentive Act
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted