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Saving Our Veterans Lives Act of 2025

12/12/2025, 9:03 PM

Summary of Bill S 926

Bill 119 s 926, also known as the Secure Firearms Storage for Veterans Act, aims to amend title 38 of the United States Code in order to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to create a program that provides certain veterans with items used for the secure storage of firearms. The purpose of this program is to ensure that veterans who may be experiencing mental health issues or other challenges have a safe and secure way to store their firearms.

The bill does not specify which veterans would be eligible for this program, but it is likely targeted towards veterans who may be at a higher risk of harming themselves or others with their firearms. By providing these veterans with secure storage options, the bill aims to prevent tragedies related to firearm misuse among veterans.

In addition to establishing the program, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to firearm safety and veterans' mental health. The specifics of these provisions are not outlined in the summary, but they likely include measures to improve access to mental health services for veterans and promote responsible firearm ownership. Overall, the Secure Firearms Storage for Veterans Act is a bipartisan effort to address the intersection of veterans' mental health and firearm safety. By providing veterans with secure storage options and promoting responsible firearm ownership, the bill aims to prevent tragedies and ensure the well-being of our nation's veterans.

Current Status of Bill S 926

Bill S 926 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 11, 2025. Bill S 926 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on March 11, 2025.  Bill S 926's most recent activity was Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held. as of December 10, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 926

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
1
Total Number of Cosponsors
4
Democrat Cosponsors
1
Republican Cosponsors
3
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 926

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 926

A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to establish a program to furnish to certain veterans items used for the secure storage of firearms, and for other purposes.
A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to establish a program to furnish to certain veterans items used for the secure storage of firearms, and for other purposes.

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Victoria Cash

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1 year ago

Not sure how I feel about this bill, but it's interesting to learn more about it.

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