SB 348: Firearms; storage in residence where minor or person prohibited from possessing is present, penalty.

Official summary

Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.

Storage of firearms in a residence where a minor or person prohibited from possessing a firearm is present; penalty. Provides that any person who possesses a firearm in a residence where such person knows that a minor or a person who is prohibited by law from possessing a firearm is present shall store such firearm and the ammunition for such firearm in a locked container, compartment, or cabinet that is inaccessible to such minor or prohibited person. Under the bill, any person who violates this provision is guilty of a Class 4 misdemeanor. The bill also requires any dealer, as that term is defined in current law, to post a written notice informing the public of the penalty imposed for failure to comply with the bill's provisions.

Sponsors

Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2

“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.

Recent official actions

1. April 11, 2026Governor's recommendation received by Senate
2. March 10, 2026Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., April 13, 2026
3. March 10, 2026Enrolled Bill communicated to Governor on March 10, 2026
4. February 27, 2026Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB348)
5. February 27, 2026Signed by President
6. February 27, 2026Signed by Speaker
7. February 27, 2026Bill text as passed Senate and House (SB348ER)
8. February 27, 2026Enrolled
9. February 25, 2026Passed House (62-Y 35-N 0-A)
10. February 25, 2026Read third time
11. February 24, 2026Read second time
12. February 20, 2026Reported from Public Safety (13-Y 7-N)

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