What does Preamble of Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage Act do?

This bill aims to make the sale of firearms unlawful without a written notice promoting safe storage and a safe storage device. It seeks to create and disseminate best practices regarding safe firearm storage. A grant program for the distribution of safe storage devices is proposed. The bill also aims to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow for a tax credit for sales of safe firearm storage devices.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage Act.

What does BEST PRACTICES FOR SAFE FIREARM STORAGE. of Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage Act do?

This section directs the Attorney General to establish voluntary best practices for safe firearm storage for public education purposes. The Attorney General must provide at least 90 days of public notice and allow for hearings before establishing these best practices. The best practices must address firearm loss, theft, and unauthorized access in various locations including businesses, vehicles, private homes, and off-site storage facilities. The Attorney General can also include other locations deemed appropriate for guidance. The Attorney General is required to publish the best practices within one year of the Act's enactment and review/update them annually.

What does PROMOTION OF SAFE FIREARM STORAGE. of Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage Act do?

This section amends Section 923 of Title 18, United States Code. Beginning January 1, 2029, licensed manufacturers and importers serializing at least 250 firearms annually must provide a written notice with each handgun, rifle, or shotgun. The notice must be attached to or appear on the firearm's packaging. The notice must state 'SAFE STORAGE SAVES LIVES' followed by the address of a website established by the Attorney General under the Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage Act.

What does SAFE STORAGE DEVICES FOR ALL FIREARM SALES. of Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage Act do?

This section amends Section 922(z) of title 18, United States Code The amendment expands the requirement to include rifles and shotguns The changes take effect 180 days after the enactment of this Act

What does SAFE FIREARM STORAGE GRANT PROGRAM. of Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage Act do?

This section establishes the Safe Firearm Storage Grant Program, allowing the Attorney General to award grants to States and Indian Tribes. The program supports the development, implementation, and evaluation of Safe Firearm Storage Assistance Programs. A 'safe firearm storage device' is defined as a device designed to prevent unauthorized access to firearms and ammunition, secured by a lock (combination, key, or biometric). A 'Safe Firearm Storage Assistance Program' is a program carried out by local governments or Indian tribes focused on acquiring and distributing safe firearm storage devices. Applicants for grants must submit an application to the Attorney General and, where possible, identify supplementary funding sources. Grant recipients must submit annual reports detailing the funds distributed and the number of devices distributed. Personally identifying information of recipients of safe firearm storage devices is prohibited in these reports. The Attorney General must submit annual reports to Congress listing grant recipients, funds awarded, and information collected from grantees. A total of $10,000,000 is authorized for appropriation each fiscal year from 2027 through 2037, with funds remaining available until expended. At least 75% of grant funds must be used for Safe Firearm Storage Assistance Programs, while up to 25% can be used to partner with nonprofit organizations.

What does PREVENT FAMILY FIRE SAFE FIREARM STORAGE CREDIT. of Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage Act do?

This section amends the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to create a safe firearm storage credit. The credit allows a 10 percent tax credit for amounts received from the first retail sale of a safe firearm storage device for use within the United States. The maximum credit amount per device is capped at $400. A 'safe firearm storage device' is defined as a device designed to deny unauthorized access to firearms or ammunition and secured by a combination lock, key lock, or biometric information. Devices incorporated into firearms or ammunition, or subject to a Consumer Product Safety Commission recall, are excluded from the definition. The credit is incorporated into the general business credit. The Secretary of the Treasury must publish an annual report detailing the total amount of credit claimed, disaggregated by state. The amendments apply to taxable years beginning after the enactment of this Act and terminate after December 31, 2035.

What does SEVERABILITY. of Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage Act do?

This section addresses the severability of the Act's provisions. If a provision is held invalid, the remainder of the Act remains unaffected.

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Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage Act

Last updated: 4/30/2026 · Introduced: 4/30/2026

Author: Christian Menefee (D-TX)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill requires licensed firearm manufacturers and importers to include a 'SAFE STORAGE SAVES LIVES' notice and a website address with each handgun, rifle, or shotgun sold, starting in 2029.
It establishes a grant program providing up to $10 million annually through 2037 to states and tribes for programs that distribute safe firearm storage devices and assist in preventing unauthorized access to firearms.
The bill creates a federal tax credit of up to $400 for the retail sale of safe firearm storage devices, encouraging their purchase and use within the United States.

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