Provides for compensation for injury or death caused by the negligent entrustment of a firearm
S 867 allows individuals injured or killed by a firearm to sue sellers for negligent entrustment - meaning the seller gave the gun to someone they knew or should have known would misuse it dangerously. It specifically covers automatic or semi-automatic firearms (including handguns and assault weapons) distributed to the public, even with permits, as these are deemed to involve unreasonable risk. Victims can seek actual and punitive damages, and the law applies to all claims arising after its effective date. This bill expands liability for firearm sellers under state law, aligning with federal exemptions for negligent entrustment claims.
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Jan 2025
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Introduced Jan 8, 2025
Last action Jan 7, 2026
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