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Gun Manufacturer Protection: Civil Lawsuits Moved to Federal Courts.

This new act allows gun manufacturers and sellers to move civil lawsuits from state courts to federal courts. The federal court can then decide if the case should be dismissed. This means citizens suing gun companies might face different legal procedures.
Key points
Gun companies can move civil lawsuits from state courts to federal courts.
Federal courts can dismiss such cases if they are deemed 'qualified civil liability actions'.
This change may affect how lawsuits against gun manufacturers and sellers are handled.
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Print number: 119_S_484
Sponsor: Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT]
Process start date: 2025-02-06
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

PLCAA Federal Jurisdiction Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_484.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-02-06.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Gun companies can move civil lawsuits from state courts to federal courts.
  • Federal courts can dismiss such cases if they are deemed 'qualified civil liability actions'.
  • This change may affect how lawsuits against gun manufacturers and sellers are handled.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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