Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage Act

Hozzl · 2026-05-20T08:08:31Z

Explore the details of House Bill 8619 Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Crime and Law Enforcement. Stay informed on legislative developments.

5/20/2026, 8:08 AM

Summary of Bill HR 8619

The bill, designated as H.R. 8619 in the 119th Congress, aims to prohibit licensed firearm manufacturers, importers, and dealers from selling any firearm without a written notice promoting safe storage and a safe storage device. Additionally, the bill proposes the creation and dissemination of best practices for safe firearm storage, the establishment of a grant program for distributing safe storage devices, and amendments to the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a tax credit for retail sales of safe firearm storage devices.

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Current Status of Bill HR 8619

Bill HR 8619 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 15, 2026. Bill HR 8619 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on April 30, 2026. Bill HR 8619's most recent activity was Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H3541) as of May 15, 2026

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8619

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Crime and Law Enforcement

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8619

To make unlawful the sale of any firearm by a licensed manufacturer, licensed importer, or licensed dealer without a written notice promoting safe storage and a safe storage device, to create and disseminate best practices regarding safe firearm storage, to create a grant program for the distribution of safe storage devices, and to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow for a credit against tax for sales at retail of safe firearm storage devices, and for other purposes.

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Ella Carver

1,035

2 months ago

I think this bill is good cuz it make sure guns are locked up safe so kids can't get to them. It important to keep everyone safe.

Kaylani Roberts

1,060

2 months ago

I think this bill is good idea. It will help keep guns out of the wrong hands and prevent accidents. I support it. #HR8619 #FirearmSafeStorageAct Short term affects of this bill will be positive for gun safety.