H.R. 5306: Gun Suicide Prevention Act of 2025

This bill, titled the Gun Suicide Prevention Act of 2025, aims to require that firearms sold in the United States come with a specific label. This label must include information about the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, which this act seeks to promote as a resource for individuals in crisis. Here are the main points of the bill:

Labeling Requirement

• Prohibition on Sales: Manufacturers and retailers would be prohibited from selling or offering to sell any firearm that does not have the required label attached to it or included in its packaging.
• Content of the Label: The label must meet the following criteria:
• It must be clear and noticeable.
• It must be presented in both English and Spanish.
• In English, it should read: "IF YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW IS CONTEMPLATING SUICIDE, PLEASE CALL THE NATIONAL SUICIDE PREVENTION LIFELINE AT" followed by the number 988 and the toll-free phone number.
• It must feature a yellow triangle containing an exclamation mark placed before the words "IF YOU".

Enforcement and Penalties

• Violation Classification: Not complying with the labeling requirement would be considered a violation under the existing Consumer Product Safety Act.
• Penalties: Individuals or entities violating this prohibition could face penalties according to specific sections of the Consumer Product Safety Act.

Definition of Retailer

In the context of this act, the term "retailer" includes sellers or dealers as defined by federal law regarding firearms.

Effective Date

If passed, the law would come into effect two years after its enactment.

Relevant Companies

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