Alabama House Bill 103

House Bill 103 (HB103), introduced in the Alabama Legislature on February 4, 2025, aims to enhance child safety by holding parents or legal guardians accountable for the secure storage of firearms. The bill mandates that firearms be stored in a manner that prevents unauthorized access by minors. If a minor unlawfully possesses a firearm on public school premises due to a guardian's failure to secure it, the guardian would face a Class A misdemeanor charge.

Why HB103 Matters

At A Lock for a Life, we firmly support HB103 because it addresses a critical gap in firearm safety. By enforcing responsible gun storage, this legislation seeks to prevent tragic incidents involving minors accessing unsecured firearms, particularly in school settings. Implementing such measures is a practical and low-cost approach to safeguarding our children and communities.

Opposition to HB103

Despite its common-sense approach, HB103 faces opposition from individuals who argue that penalizing parents for their children's actions is unjust. Some opponents contend that such legislation infringes upon personal freedoms and parental rights. However, it's important to recognize that a minor cannot purchase a firearm independently; access is typically due to inadequate storage by adults. Holding guardians accountable is a necessary step toward preventing avoidable tragedies.

Your voice is crucial in advancing this legislation. Here's how you can help:

Contact Your State Representatives

• State Representatives:

  • Rep. Phillip Rigsby (District 25), 334-261-0514

  • Rep. Danny Crawford (District 5), 334-261-0516

  • Rep Anthony Daniels (District 53), 334-261-0522

  • Rep Laura Hall (District 19), 334-261-0517

  • Rep Maryland Lands (District 10), 334-261-0483

  • Rep James Lomax (District 20), 334-261-0444

  • Rep Parker Moore (District 4), 334-261-0579

  • Rep Rex Reynolds (District 21), 334-261-0571

  • Rep Andy Whitt (District 6), 334-261-0404

  • Rep Ritchie Whorton (District 22), 334-261-0553

• State Senators:

  • Sen. Tom Butler (District 2), 334-261-0884

  • Sen. Sam Givhan (District 7), 334-261-0867

  • Sen. Authur Orr (District 3), 334-261-0758

  • Sen. Tim Melson (District 1), 334-261-0888

Contact Your Local School Board

• Madison County Schools

  • Travis Cummings (District 4)

  • Tim Holtcamp (District 5)

  • Alice Lessmann (District 2)

  • J. Scott Newberry (District 1)

  • Tommy Overcash (District 3)

• Huntsville City Schools:

  • Carlos Matthews (District 5, President)

  • Ryan Renaud (District 4, Vice President)

  • Holly McCarty (District 2)

  • Chaundra Jones (District 1)

  • Andrea Alvarez (District 3)

Contact Your Civic Leadership

• Hunstville

  • Mayor Tommy Battle

• Madison

  • Mayor Paul Finley

• Madison County

  • Commission Chairman Mac McCutcheon

Express Your Support:

• Call or Email: Reach out to your representatives and school board members to express your support for HB103.

• Attend Meetings: Participate in local government and school board meetings to voice your advocacy for responsible gun storage legislation.

• Spread the Word: Share information about HB103 with friends, family, and on social media to raise awareness and garner additional support.

Access the Full Text of HB103:

For a comprehensive understanding of the bill, you can read the full text of HB103 here: HB103 Full Text

By taking these steps, you contribute to a safer environment for our children and demonstrate the power of community advocacy in enacting meaningful change.