Proposed Rules for Storing Guns and Ammo in Vehicles

The Frame

What this does

The bill would have established new legal obligations for vehicle and vessel owners regarding how they secure firearms, creating potential criminal liability for those who do not use specific locked storage methods.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Vehicle and vessel owners

They would have been required to use specific locking mechanisms for firearms and ammunition stored in unattended vehicles.

What changed

Last recorded activity March 13, 2026.

What's next

Introduced.

Summary

This bill would have required gun owners to keep firearms and ammunition locked in a trunk, glove box, or secured container whenever they leave them unattended in a car or boat. Failure to follow these storage rules would have been classified as a .

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What counts as a 'trunk' under this bill?

A trunk is defined as a fully enclosed and locked main storage compartment not accessible from the passenger area. It does not include pickup beds, hatchback areas, or compartments with windows.

What would have happened if I left a gun in my car without locking it?

Under the proposed bill, you would have committed a , which carries specific criminal penalties.

Why It Matters

The bill would have established new legal obligations for vehicle and vessel owners regarding how they secure firearms, creating potential criminal liability for those who do not use specific locked storage methods.