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SB 73

AN ACT ESTABLISHING A NONREFUNDABLE PERSONAL INCOME TAX CREDIT FOR THE PURCHASE OF A GUN SAFE.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Craig Fishbein and 3 co-sponsors

Connecticut proposes income tax credits for gun safe purchases to incentivize secure firearm storage and reduce accidental or unauthorized access incidents.

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Bill Summary · SB 73

Legislative bill overview

SB 73 would establish a nonrefundable personal income tax credit for Connecticut residents who purchase a gun safe. The credit would reduce state income tax liability for eligible taxpayers who buy and use approved firearm storage devices. This is a tax incentive measure designed to encourage gun owners to invest in safety storage solutions.

Why is this important

Gun storage safety is a public health concern linked to accidental shootings, child access to firearms, and suicide prevention. By reducing the financial barrier to purchasing gun safes, the bill aims to increase adoption of secure storage practices. However, the measure also reflects broader disagreements about gun policy priorities and tax expenditures in the state.

Potential points of contention

  • Tax expenditure debate: Critics may argue that income tax credits reduce state revenue without proven effectiveness, while supporters contend the public health benefits justify the cost
  • Gun policy divide: Advocates of stricter gun control may view incentivizing safe storage as insufficient, while gun rights supporters may see it as a reasonable compromise between safety and access
  • Credit structure: Questions about who qualifies (first-time purchasers only? unlimited credits?), safe cost thresholds, and whether the credit is substantial enough to meaningfully influence purchasing decisions remain unspecified in available information

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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