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A bill to amend the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act to provide for the removal and dismissal of qualified civil liability actions.
2/7/2025, 11:56 AM
Summary of Bill S 484
Bill 119 s 484, also known as the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act, aims to amend existing legislation to allow for the removal and dismissal of qualified civil liability actions. This means that certain lawsuits against gun manufacturers and sellers would be protected from legal action.
The bill seeks to provide legal protection for the firearms industry by preventing individuals from holding gun manufacturers and sellers responsible for the misuse of their products. This is intended to shield these businesses from costly and potentially damaging lawsuits that could threaten their financial stability.
Supporters of the bill argue that it is necessary to protect the Second Amendment rights of gun owners and ensure that the firearms industry can continue to operate without fear of excessive litigation. They believe that holding manufacturers and sellers accountable for the actions of individuals who misuse their products is unfair and could have a chilling effect on the industry as a whole. Opponents of the bill, however, argue that it is a dangerous move that could shield gun manufacturers and sellers from accountability for the harm caused by their products. They believe that holding these businesses responsible for the consequences of their products is essential for public safety and ensuring that they take necessary precautions to prevent gun violence. Overall, Bill 119 s 484 is a controversial piece of legislation that raises important questions about the balance between protecting the firearms industry and holding it accountable for the consequences of its products. It will be important to closely monitor the progress of this bill and the potential impact it could have on gun laws and public safety in the United States.
The bill seeks to provide legal protection for the firearms industry by preventing individuals from holding gun manufacturers and sellers responsible for the misuse of their products. This is intended to shield these businesses from costly and potentially damaging lawsuits that could threaten their financial stability.
Supporters of the bill argue that it is necessary to protect the Second Amendment rights of gun owners and ensure that the firearms industry can continue to operate without fear of excessive litigation. They believe that holding manufacturers and sellers accountable for the actions of individuals who misuse their products is unfair and could have a chilling effect on the industry as a whole. Opponents of the bill, however, argue that it is a dangerous move that could shield gun manufacturers and sellers from accountability for the harm caused by their products. They believe that holding these businesses responsible for the consequences of their products is essential for public safety and ensuring that they take necessary precautions to prevent gun violence. Overall, Bill 119 s 484 is a controversial piece of legislation that raises important questions about the balance between protecting the firearms industry and holding it accountable for the consequences of its products. It will be important to closely monitor the progress of this bill and the potential impact it could have on gun laws and public safety in the United States.
Current Status of Bill S 484
Bill S 484 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 6, 2025. Bill S 484 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on February 6, 2025. Bill S 484's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. as of February 6, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 484
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
5Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
5Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 484
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 484
A bill to amend the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act to provide for the removal and dismissal of qualified civil liability actions.
A bill to amend the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act to provide for the removal and dismissal of qualified civil liability actions.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 484
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