Equal Access to Justice for Victims of Gun Violence Act of 2022

Bill 117 HR 2814, also known as the Equal Access to Justice for Victims of Gun Violence Act of 2022, aims to provide victims of gun violence with the ability to seek justice through the legal system. The bill seeks to repeal the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act (PLCAA), which currently provides immunity to gun manufacturers and sellers from civil liability in cases involving gun violence.

If passed, this bill would allow victims of gun violence to hold gun manufacturers and sellers accountable for their role in contributing to gun violence. This would give victims and their families the opportunity to seek compensation for damages and hold those responsible for their actions.

The bill has garnered support from advocates for gun control and victims of gun violence, who argue that holding gun manufacturers accountable for their products is essential in reducing gun violence in the United States. However, opponents of the bill argue that repealing the PLCAA could lead to an increase in frivolous lawsuits against gun manufacturers and sellers. Overall, the Equal Access to Justice for Victims of Gun Violence Act of 2022 aims to provide victims of gun violence with the opportunity to seek justice through the legal system and hold those responsible for their actions. The bill is currently under consideration in Congress and its outcome remains to be seen.