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Prevent Family Fire Act of 2022

12/29/2022, 12:48 PM

Summary of Bill HR 9060

Bill 117 hr 9060, also known as the Prevent Family Fire Act of 2022, aims to address the issue of accidental shootings in households by promoting safe storage of firearms. The bill requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services to conduct a national public awareness campaign to educate the public about the importance of safely storing firearms in homes where children are present.

Additionally, the bill establishes a grant program to provide funding to states and local governments for the implementation of programs that promote safe storage practices. These programs may include distributing gun locks and safes, conducting educational workshops, and developing public service announcements.

Furthermore, the bill requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services to conduct research on the effectiveness of various safe storage practices and report their findings to Congress. This research will help inform future policies and initiatives aimed at reducing accidental shootings in households. Overall, the Prevent Family Fire Act of 2022 seeks to raise awareness about the importance of safe firearm storage and provide resources to help households implement these practices. By promoting responsible gun ownership, the bill aims to prevent tragic accidents and save lives.

Congressional Summary of HR 9060

Prevent Family Fire Act of 2022

This bill allows a new business-related tax credit, through 2030, for 10% of the amount of the first retail sale of a safe firearm storage device. The amount upon which the credit is based may not exceed $400.

A safe firearm storage device is a device that (1) is designed and marketed to deny unauthorized access to, or rendering inoperable, a firearm or ammunition; and (2) is secured by a combination lock, key lock, or lock based on biometric information.

Current Status of Bill HR 9060

Bill HR 9060 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 29, 2022. Bill HR 9060 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on September 29, 2022.  Bill HR 9060's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. as of September 29, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 9060

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 9060

Primary Policy Focus

Taxation

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 9060

Prevent Family Fire Act of 2022
Prevent Family Fire Act of 2022
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow for a credit against tax for sales at retail of safe firearm storage devices.

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