Bill115th CongressFiled Oct 5, 2017Law
S. 1939
Equal Access to Justice for Victims of Gun Violence Act
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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (Oct 5, 2017)
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.
What just happenedOct 5, 2017
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Who’s behind it
Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT](D-CT)Sponsor
19 cosponsors18 D1 I
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- Introduced in SenateOct 5, 2017
- Oct 5, 2017IntroReferral
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
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Introduced in Senate