The proposed bill establishes the crime of unlawful storage of firearms and outlines specific requirements for the secure storage of various types of weapons. It mandates that firearms, including rifles, shotguns, and stun guns, must be stored in locked containers or equipped with safety devices to prevent unauthorized access. Additionally, it prohibits the storage of large-capacity firearms or machine guns in locations accessible to individuals under 18 years of age. Violations of these storage requirements are classified as either a class A nonperson misdemeanor or a level 9 nonperson felony, depending on the circumstances.

Furthermore, the bill stipulates that any violation of the storage provisions may be considered evidence of wanton or reckless conduct in legal proceedings if a minor gains access to the weapon and causes injury or death. However, the bill exempts certain historical firearms manufactured before 1899 and their replicas from these storage requirements. The act will take effect upon its publication in the statute book.