S 4069 New Jersey Senate · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Establishes "New Jersey Home Safety Act" concerning firearm storage and safety; appropriates $500,000.

This bill, known as the New Jersey Home Safety Act, requires firearm owners to store their guns in a locked safe or container when not in use to prevent accidents and unauthorized access. It directly affects individuals who possess firearms in New Jersey and establishes penalties, including community service and criminal charges, for failing to comply with these storage rules. The legislation also mandates that gun dealers provide a written warning about safe storage laws to anyone receiving a firearm and sets aside $500,000 for related enforcement and education efforts.
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Introduced May 4, 2026 Last action May 4, 2026
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
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