An Act relative to firearm industry accountability and gun violence victims’ access to justice
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Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- 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 distributors in civil court. It seeks to hold the firearm industry accountable for its role in gun violence and improve access to justice for victims. The bill is currently being reviewed by the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Key provisions
- Allows civil lawsuits against firearm manufacturers and distributors.
- Provides a legal pathway for gun violence victims to seek compensation.
- Aims to increase accountability within the firearm industry.
- The bill is currently under review by the House Ways and Means Committee.
- Scheduled for a hearing on October 31, 2025.
Who is affected
- Gun violence victims
- Firearm manufacturers
- Firearm distributors
- Legal professionals
- The public
Notable changes
- Creates a new legal avenue for victims of gun violence to pursue legal action against firearm companies.
- Potentially shifts the responsibility for gun violence incidents from individuals to the firearm industry.
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27 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Carmine Lawrence Gentile
Christopher Richard Flanagan
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