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Gun Safety Innovation Opportunity Act of 2026

USA119th CongressHR-9204| House 
| Updated: 6/23/2026
Suhas Subramanyam

Suhas Subramanyam

Democratic Representative

Virginia

Cosponsors (7)
Ted Lieu (Democratic)Stephen F. Lynch (Democratic)Daniel S. Goldman (Democratic)Eleanor Holmes Norton (Democratic)Wesley Bell (Democratic)Valerie P. Foushee (Democratic)Judy Chu (Democratic)

Judiciary Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This bill establishes the Gun Safety Technology Grant Program , authorizing the Attorney General to provide funding to institutions of higher education and firearms manufacturers. The primary goal of these grants is to support the research and development of advanced safe firearm storage devices , including those utilizing biometric data to prevent unauthorized access or firing of a weapon. This initiative aims to enhance public safety by promoting innovative solutions for secure firearm storage. Grant recipients will also analyze consumer attitudes and develop strategies to increase the adoption of these new technologies, ultimately making them more accessible and affordable. The bill authorizes an appropriation of $10,000,000 annually for fiscal years 2027 through 2030 to fund these efforts. Furthermore, the Attorney General is mandated to report to Congress on how to further assist technology development, how law enforcement can deploy such innovations, and how these devices can prevent self-harm and suicide attempts.

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Timeline
Jun 8, 2026
Introduced in House
Jun 8, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Jun 23, 2026
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H4134)
  • June 8, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • June 8, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.


  • June 23, 2026
    Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H4134)

Crime and Law Enforcement

Gun Safety Innovation Opportunity Act of 2026

USA119th CongressHR-9204| House 
| Updated: 6/23/2026
This bill establishes the Gun Safety Technology Grant Program , authorizing the Attorney General to provide funding to institutions of higher education and firearms manufacturers. The primary goal of these grants is to support the research and development of advanced safe firearm storage devices , including those utilizing biometric data to prevent unauthorized access or firing of a weapon. This initiative aims to enhance public safety by promoting innovative solutions for secure firearm storage. Grant recipients will also analyze consumer attitudes and develop strategies to increase the adoption of these new technologies, ultimately making them more accessible and affordable. The bill authorizes an appropriation of $10,000,000 annually for fiscal years 2027 through 2030 to fund these efforts. Furthermore, the Attorney General is mandated to report to Congress on how to further assist technology development, how law enforcement can deploy such innovations, and how these devices can prevent self-harm and suicide attempts.

Bill Text Versions

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Timeline
Jun 8, 2026
Introduced in House
Jun 8, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Jun 23, 2026
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H4134)
  • June 8, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • June 8, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.


  • June 23, 2026
    Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H4134)
Suhas Subramanyam

Suhas Subramanyam

Democratic Representative

Virginia

Cosponsors (7)
Ted Lieu (Democratic)Stephen F. Lynch (Democratic)Daniel S. Goldman (Democratic)Eleanor Holmes Norton (Democratic)Wesley Bell (Democratic)Valerie P. Foushee (Democratic)Judy Chu (Democratic)

Judiciary Committee

Crime and Law Enforcement

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