An Act relative to firearm industry accountability and gun violence victims’ access to justice
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to allow individuals who have been injured by gun violence to sue firearm manufacturers and sellers in civil court. It seeks to hold the firearm industry accountable for contributing to gun violence and improve access to legal remedies for victims. The bill intends to establish a legal pathway for victims to seek compensation for damages related to gun violence incidents. It also intends to provide a framework for addressing the role of the firearm industry in gun violence.
Key provisions
- Allows civil lawsuits against firearm manufacturers and sellers.
- Provides a legal avenue for gun violence victims to seek compensation.
- Focuses on holding the firearm industry accountable.
- Aims to improve access to justice for victims of gun violence.
- Establishes a process for legal action related to gun violence.
Who is affected
- Gun violence victims
- Firearm manufacturers
- Firearm sellers
- Legal professionals
- The public
Notable changes
- Creates a new legal mechanism for holding firearm companies liable.
- Expands the potential for civil lawsuits related to gun violence.
- Potentially shifts responsibility for gun violence incidents to the firearm industry.
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27 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Carmine Lawrence Gentile
Christopher Richard Flanagan
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