United States · Bill · S
S. 428 (105th)
Child Safety Lock Act of 1997
Introduced
12 March 1997
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Status
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.
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10 August 2026
Summary
Child Safety Lock Act of 1997 - Amends the Federal criminal code to define (firearm) "locking device." Makes it unlawful for a licensed manufacturer, importer, or dealer to sell, deliver, or transfer a handgun without a locking device or a specified related warning, with exceptions for law enforcement and governmental entities. Sets forth civil penalties (in addition to any administrative penalties) for related violations, including suspension or loss of license.
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Introduced in Senate (text)
Introduced in Senate (text)
Introduced in Senate · EN · 12 March 1997
Introduced in Senate (PDF)
Introduced in Senate · EN · 12 March 1997
Introduced in Senate
summary · EN · 12 March 1997
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- Official source: https://www.congress.gov/bill/105th-congress/senate-bill/428
- Open data entity: https://api.congress.gov/v3/bill/105/s/428