House Bill 7050, also known as Senate Bill 7063, amends Tennessee law to enhance firearm safety by requiring the Department of Safety to distribute firearm locks to county sheriffs for public distribution. By January 1, 2024, the department will utilize existing state grant programs and appropriations to allocate firearm locks based on county populations. Sheriffs are tasked with distributing these locks to any requesting individuals, with the option to provide multiple locks if available. 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 promote responsible firearm ownership and safety by ensuring that residents have access to firearm locks. The act will take effect immediately upon becoming law, emphasizing the urgency of improving firearm safety measures in Tennessee.