Policy Support for Voluntary, Temporary Firearm Storage

When partners feel confident, communities gain options.

Firearm shops and ranges often want to help by offering temporary storage, but questions about legal risk naturally give them pause. The Armory Project partners with communities to explore practical policy changes so participating businesses can offer voluntary, temporary storage options with more clarity and confidence.

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What policy support looks like

TAP works with community partners to explore state-level policy changes that help clarify how voluntary out-of-home firearm storage options can work and address liability concerns that may hinder participation. Our goal is to reduce friction for the partners who want to play a role in suicide prevention while maintaining a respect for personal rights.

Policy Highlights by State

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Louisiana (HB260, Act 453)

What it does: Defines firearm hold agreements and provides a limitation of liability framework related to those agreements.

TAP role: Technical assistance and scientific support, including neutral expert testimony. TAP partner retailers provided subject matter expertise and testified.

View the enrolled Louisiana legislation (2022 Regular Session)

Arkansas (HB1067, Act 106)

What it does: Addresses firearm hold agreements and provides civil immunity to a federal firearms licensee who agrees to hold a firearm for an individual.

TAP role: Technical assistance and scientific support. TAP partner retailers also testified.

View the enrolled Arkansas legislation (2025 Regular Session)

Kansas (HB2501)

What it does: Provides immunity from civil liability to federal firearms licensees for returning a firearm to the firearm owner at the termination of a firearm hold agreement.

TAP role: Provided technical assistance and scientific support, including neutral expert testimony. TAP partner retailers also provided subject matter expertise and testified.

View the enrolled Kansas legislation

Nevada (AB451)

What it does: Provides immunity from civil liability to licensed firearm dealers and local law enforcement agencies under certain circumstances related to firearm hold agreements.

TAP role: Technical assistance and scientific support, including neutral expert testimony.

View the enrolled Nevada legislation (2025 Session)

Alabama (SB40, “Houston/Hunter Act”)

What it does: Defines firearm hold agreements and provides civil immunity for federal firearm licensees who enter into firearm hold agreements under certain conditions.

TAP role: Technical assistance and support.

View the enrolled Alabama legislation (2025 Regular Session)

Montana (SB423)

What it does: Revises liability related to firearm hold agreements and limits liability for returning a firearm to the owner at the end of a hold agreement.

TAP role: This bill was based on Louisiana legislation that TAP supported.

View the enrolled Montana legislation (2023 Regular Session)

Want help exploring what is possible in your state?

If you are a policymaker, coalition leader, community partner, or firearm retailer interested in creating clearer pathways for voluntary, temporary storage, The Armory Project can help you think through options.

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Important notes:

This page is for general informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice.

Laws and regulations vary by state and can change. Consult qualified legal counsel and official state resources for guidance.

As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, The Armory Project does not engage in partisan political activity or endorse candidates for public office and does not primarily engage in lobbying or legislative advocacy.