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IN SB 130

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Firearm storage.

Indiana · 2026 Regular Session (2nd Regular Session, 124th General Assembly) · upper

Description

Provides that a person having the care of a dependent who recklessly, knowingly, or intentionally fails to secure a loaded firearm in the person's residence or vehicle commits neglect of a dependent, a Level 6 felony, if the dependent uses the firearm to cause bodily injury or death to any person. Enhances the offense to a Level 5 felony in particular instances. Specifies exceptions and defenses. Specifies sign requirements for retail dealers. Requires the Indiana department of health to develop educational resources and training concerning secure firearm storage for pediatric health care practitioners. Allows certain practitioners, at each well-child visit, to ask the child's parent or guardian about firearm safety and provide information concerning secure firearm storage practices. Defines terms and makes conforming amendments. Makes an appropriation.

Introduced
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Status date
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Latest action
2025-12-11 — First reading: referred to Committee on Corrections and Criminal Law
Bill type
bill
Last updated
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Subjects

Sponsors

  • Andrea Hunleyauthor

Committees

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Action timeline

  1. 2025-12-11

    Authored by Senator Hunley

  2. 2025-12-11

    First reading: referred to Committee on Corrections and Criminal Law

    reading-1,referral-committee

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Related bills

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Official source

https://api.iga.in.gov/2026/bills/sb0130

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