S 4069·NJ·senate
Establishes "New Jersey Home Safety Act" concerning firearm storage and safety; appropriates $500,000.
In CommitteeFiled May 4, 2026
Sponsor: Cryan, Joseph P.
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Introduced First Reading Senate Referred to SLP
May 4, 2026
Summary
The bill makes it illegal for anyone who owns or possesses a gun to leave it unsecured when it is not being carried. First‑time violators face a petty disorderly‑person charge and community service; repeat offenders face harsher crimes and possible jail. It also funds a public‑awareness campaign, creates a $5 rebate for safe‑storage devices, and sets up reporting and enforcement mechanisms.
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