Firearms: information to new owners.
- Requires the Department of Justice to mail firearm safety information to all new gun owners starting July 2027.
- Mandates sending educational materials within 10 days of a firearm purchase or transfer.
- Includes guidance on secure storage, legal requirements, and violence prevention resources.
Senator Rubio's firearm safety legislation would require the California Department of Justice to mail comprehensive informational packets to all new firearm owners within 10 days of their purchase or transfer notification. The measure, co-authored by Senator Blakespear, establishes a systematic approach to educating gun owners about their legal obligations and available safety resources.
Beginning July 1, 2027, the Department would send letters containing detailed information about secure storage requirements, relevant state and federal laws, and procedures for legal transfers or relinquishment. The mailings would also include data about firearms-related risks and connect recipients with resources regarding gun violence restraining orders, suicide prevention, and domestic violence services. This requirement would apply to both standard purchases through licensed dealers and transfers made through other legally permitted channels such as inheritance or private party transactions.
The measure builds upon existing state requirements for processing firearm sales and transfers through licensed dealers, with certain exemptions for specific types of transfers remaining unchanged. While the bill creates new administrative duties for the Department of Justice, it does not require additional appropriations, suggesting implementation costs would be addressed through existing funding mechanisms such as the Dealers' Record of Sale Special Account.
 Joaquin ArambulaD Assemblymember | Committee Member |  Not Contacted | |
 Buffy WicksD Assemblymember | Committee Member | Not Contacted | |
 Susan RubioD Senator | Bill Author | Not Contacted | |
 Lisa CalderonD Assemblymember | Committee Member | Not Contacted | |
 Mike FongD Assemblymember | Committee Member | Not Contacted |
Email the authors or create an email template to send to all relevant legislators.
Introduced By
Latest Voting History
| Ayes | Noes | NVR | Total | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 0 | 1 | 9 | PASS |
- Requires the Department of Justice to mail firearm safety information to all new gun owners starting July 2027.
- Mandates sending educational materials within 10 days of a firearm purchase or transfer.
- Includes guidance on secure storage, legal requirements, and violence prevention resources.
Email the authors or create an email template to send to all relevant legislators.
Introduced By
Senator Rubio's firearm safety legislation would require the California Department of Justice to mail comprehensive informational packets to all new firearm owners within 10 days of their purchase or transfer notification. The measure, co-authored by Senator Blakespear, establishes a systematic approach to educating gun owners about their legal obligations and available safety resources.
Beginning July 1, 2027, the Department would send letters containing detailed information about secure storage requirements, relevant state and federal laws, and procedures for legal transfers or relinquishment. The mailings would also include data about firearms-related risks and connect recipients with resources regarding gun violence restraining orders, suicide prevention, and domestic violence services. This requirement would apply to both standard purchases through licensed dealers and transfers made through other legally permitted channels such as inheritance or private party transactions.
The measure builds upon existing state requirements for processing firearm sales and transfers through licensed dealers, with certain exemptions for specific types of transfers remaining unchanged. While the bill creates new administrative duties for the Department of Justice, it does not require additional appropriations, suggesting implementation costs would be addressed through existing funding mechanisms such as the Dealers' Record of Sale Special Account.
Latest Voting History
| Ayes | Noes | NVR | Total | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 0 | 1 | 9 | PASS |
Joaquin ArambulaD Assemblymember | Committee Member | Not Contacted | |
Buffy WicksD Assemblymember | Committee Member | Not Contacted | |
Susan RubioD Senator | Bill Author | Not Contacted | |
Lisa CalderonD Assemblymember | Committee Member | Not Contacted | |
Mike FongD Assemblymember | Committee Member | Not Contacted |