An Act relative to firearm industry accountability and gun violence victims’ access to justice
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to increase accountability for the firearm industry and improve access to justice for victims of gun violence in Massachusetts. It seeks to establish a legal framework that allows victims to sue firearm manufacturers and sellers for damages related to gun violence. The bill also mandates a study to examine the impact of firearms on public safety and explore potential reforms to the gun industry.
Key provisions
- Allows victims of gun violence to sue firearm manufacturers and sellers.
- Requires the state to investigate the role of the firearm industry in gun violence.
- Mandates a study on the impact of firearms on public safety.
- Potentially creates a legal pathway for victims to recover damages.
- Addresses accountability for firearm companies.
- Supports victims of gun violence seeking legal recourse.
- Promotes a review of the firearm industry's practices.
- Facilitates a comprehensive examination of gun violence issues.
Who is affected
- Firearm manufacturers and sellers
- Gun violence victims and their families
- The Massachusetts public
- The legal system
- The firearm industry
Notable changes
- Establishes a new legal avenue for victims to pursue lawsuits against firearm companies.
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Sponsors
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15 on record
Primary sponsor
Cynthia Stone Creem
Cosponsors
Alice Hanlon Peisch
Christopher Richard Flanagan
Cynthia Stone Creem
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