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BillHR 8619 · 119

Kimberly Vaughan Firearm Safe Storage Act

Introduced
Apr 30, 2026
Cosponsors
2
Traction
0
Last Action
May 15, 2026

Bill Summary

Requires firearm owners to safely store their guns, and imposes penalties on those who don't. This includes storing firearms in a secure location when not in use.

Sponsored By

Christian D. Menefee
Democrat · Texas · House

Bill Journey

  1. Apr 30, 2026
  2. May 15, 2026You Are Here

    The bill was sent to committee, where members study it, hold hearings, and decide whether to advance it.

  3. TBD

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects gun owners, who would need to use safe storage methods to prevent unauthorized access to their firearms. It also affects families and communities, by potentially reducing the risk of accidental shootings and gun-related injuries.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
1backer
  • Democratic1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicSafety & Crime
CommitteeWays and Means Committee
IntroducedApr 30, 2026
Last UpdatedMay 15, 2026
Latest ActionSponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H3541)
Subjects
  • Safety

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.