Illustration promoting secure firearm storage. A child reaches toward a table where a handgun, bullets, a locked safe with keypad, and a house icon are displayed—visually emphasizing the need to keep firearms inaccessible to children. The phrase 'SECURE FIREARM STORAGE' appears prominently at the top.

🔐 Secure Firearm Storage: Keep Our Students Safe

Milly Rivera

June 16, 2025

In June 2024, Rhode Island passed laws requiring all firearms to be stored securely. This means any pistol, rifle, or shotgun must be sold with a trigger lock or safety device, and firearms must be stored in a locked container or with a tamper-resistant lock at home.

> Why this matters: > Firearms are the leading cause of death among youth in the U.S. Safe storage saves lives by preventing suicide, accidents, and theft.

🛠️ Need Support?

  • Free Gun Locks – Request via email: RIDOH.SuicidePrevention@health.ri.gov

  • Mental Health Resources

    • Kids' Link RI – 855-543-5465 (available 24/7)

    • 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline – Call or text 988 anytime

  • More info: 📄 Click here to read the full Secure Storage Fact Sheet (PDF)

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