S. 1779
Referred to CommitteeEqual Access to Justice for Victims of Gun Violence Act
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
6/11/2019 • Senate
Summary
Equal Access to Justice for Victims of Gun Violence Act
This bill removes limitations on the civil liability of gun manufacturers.
Specifically, the bill repeals the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act, which prohibits civil actions against a firearm or ammunition manufacturer, seller, importer, dealer, or trade association for damages resulting from the criminal or unlawful misuse of a firearm.
Introduced in Senate • 6/11/2019
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Originated in the Senate
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June 11, 2019
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
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