HB2401

Establishes provisions related to the safe storage of firearms

Introduced·1/7/26
Introduced Text

Missouri HB2401 establishes safe storage requirements for firearms to prevent unauthorized access, particularly by children and ineligible persons.

Missouri HB2401 amends state law to mandate secure storage of firearms to prevent unauthorized access, especially by children and ineligible persons. The bill defines terms such as "child," "locking device," and "unauthorized person." It requires firearms to be stored in a manner that ensures they are not accessible to unauthorized persons, including children, and that children do not have access to the unlocking mechanism. The bill exempts antique firearms, curios, or relics.

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Emerging Issues Committee
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History

May 15

House

Referred: Emerging Issues(H)

Jan 8

House

Read Second Time (H)

Jan 7

House

Read First Time (H)