On June 25th, President Biden signed into law the first major gun safety legislation, known as the Safer Communities bill, passed by Congress in almost 30 years. The 80-page bill incentivizes states to set up red flag laws; directs billions of dollars in funding for mental health treatment, school safety officers, and improving school security; closes the “boyfriend” loophole; and enhances background check requirements for individuals under 21 who have juvenile criminal records