Senate Bill 7063 amends Tennessee law to require the Department of Safety to distribute firearm locks to county sheriffs for public distribution by January 1, 2024. The allocation of firearm locks will be based on the population of each county, ensuring that resources are distributed fairly. Sheriffs are tasked with distributing these locks to any individual who requests them, with the option to provide multiple locks to the same person if supplies permit. In cases where a sheriff's supply runs out, they can request additional locks from the Department or obtain surplus locks from other counties.

This legislation aims to enhance firearm safety by making locks more accessible to the public, thereby promoting responsible gun ownership. The bill emphasizes the importance of using existing state grant programs and appropriations to facilitate the distribution process, ensuring that the initiative is both effective and financially sustainable. The act will take effect immediately upon becoming law, reflecting the urgency of improving firearm safety measures in Tennessee.