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S.1338: Equal Access to Justice for Victims of Gun Violence Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 117th Congress
- This bill is primarily about crime and law enforcement
- Introduced April 22, 2021
- Latest Major Action April 22, 2021
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
24 (23 Democrats, 1 Independent Democrat)
Bill Version
- Introduced in Senate - April 22, 2021
Bill Summary
Equal Access to Justice for Victims of Gun Violence Act This bill removes limitations on the civil liability of gun manufacturers and the disclosure of gun trace data in civil actions. 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...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| April 22, 2021 |
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
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| April 22, 2021 |
Introduced in the Senate by Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) |