Safe Firearm Storage: Sample Letter to Families

Released by the U.S. Department of Education to principals and district leaders, this resource can be used to communicate with parents, families, and communities on the importance of safe firearm storage. The resource is accompanied by a letter from Secretary Cardona encouraging principals to take action. By increasing awareness around safe firearm storage, we can help to reduce the risk that weapons get into the wrong hands and save families and communities from what can tragically result when this happens.

Year Resource Released
2024

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