H.R. 3984
Referred to CommitteeEqual Access to Justice for Victims of Gun Violence Act
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Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution and Civil Justice.
10/16/2017 • House
Summary
Equal Access to Justice for Victims of Gun Violence Act
This bill amends the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act to repeal provisions that prohibit civil actions against a firearm or ammunition manufacturer, seller, importer, dealer, or trade association for the criminal or unlawful misuse of a firearm.
Additionally, the bill states that firearms trace data maintained by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives is not immune from legal process. Such data is subject to discovery; is admissible as evidence; and may be used, relied on, or disclosed in a civil action or administrative proceeding.
Introduced in House • 10/5/2017
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Originated in the House
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October 5, 2017
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Related Bills (4)
S. 1939
Equal Access to Justice for Victims of Gun Violence Act
H.R. 163
Gun Manufacturers Accountability Act
H.R. 3214
Equal Access to Justice for Victims of Gun Violence Act
H.R. 4399
Equal Access to Justice for Victims of Gun Violence Act