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Safe Guns, Safe Kids Act
3/7/2024, 8:15 AM
Summary of Bill HR 1145
Bill 118 hr 1145, also known as the Safe Guns, Safe Kids Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to promote gun safety and prevent accidental shootings involving children.
The Safe Guns, Safe Kids Act includes several key provisions. Firstly, it requires that all firearms sold in the United States be equipped with child safety locks. These locks are designed to prevent children from accidentally firing a gun and causing harm to themselves or others.
Additionally, the bill mandates that all gun owners undergo a background check before purchasing a firearm. This is intended to ensure that individuals with a history of violence or mental illness are not able to obtain a gun. Furthermore, the Safe Guns, Safe Kids Act includes funding for educational programs aimed at teaching children about gun safety. These programs will educate children on the dangers of guns and how to properly handle them if they come across one. Overall, the Safe Guns, Safe Kids Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation aimed at reducing the number of accidental shootings involving children. By requiring child safety locks on all firearms, implementing background checks for gun owners, and funding educational programs on gun safety, this bill seeks to protect children and promote responsible gun ownership.
The Safe Guns, Safe Kids Act includes several key provisions. Firstly, it requires that all firearms sold in the United States be equipped with child safety locks. These locks are designed to prevent children from accidentally firing a gun and causing harm to themselves or others.
Additionally, the bill mandates that all gun owners undergo a background check before purchasing a firearm. This is intended to ensure that individuals with a history of violence or mental illness are not able to obtain a gun. Furthermore, the Safe Guns, Safe Kids Act includes funding for educational programs aimed at teaching children about gun safety. These programs will educate children on the dangers of guns and how to properly handle them if they come across one. Overall, the Safe Guns, Safe Kids Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation aimed at reducing the number of accidental shootings involving children. By requiring child safety locks on all firearms, implementing background checks for gun owners, and funding educational programs on gun safety, this bill seeks to protect children and promote responsible gun ownership.
Congressional Summary of HR 1145
Safe Guns, Safe Kids Act
This bill establishes federal statutory requirements to regulate the storage of firearms on residential premises.
Specifically, the bill requires firearms on residential premises to be safely stored if (1) a minor is reasonably likely to gain access without permission, and (2) a minor obtains the firearm and uses it in a crime or causes injury or death to themselves or another individual.
An individual who violates the requirements is subject to criminal penalties.
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Current Status of Bill HR 1145
Bill HR 1145 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 21, 2023. Bill HR 1145 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on February 21, 2023. Bill HR 1145's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of February 21, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1145
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
10Democrat Cosponsors
10Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1145
Primary Policy Focus
Crime and Law EnforcementPotential Impact Areas
- Child safety and welfare
- Firearms and explosives
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1145
Safe Guns, Safe Kids Act
Safe Guns, Safe Kids Act
To amend chapter 44 of title 18, United States Code, to require the safe storage of firearms, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 1145
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