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Read. Follow. Verify.Proposed 'Stopping Harmful and Outrageous Torts Act' (SA 6467)
Record date · June 24, 2026
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What This Bill Does
This Senate amendment proposes to expand legal immunity for firearm and ammunition manufacturers, sellers, and trade associations against most civil lawsuits. It would require the immediate dismissal of pending cases and preempt state and local laws that allow such lawsuits, while establishing new procedures for moving these cases to federal court.
If enacted, this amendment would restrict the ability of individuals and governments to sue firearm companies for damages related to the criminal misuse of their products, potentially ending ongoing litigation and preventing future state-level legal actions.
Who It Affects
Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.
Firearm manufacturers and sellers
They receive expanded legal immunity from civil lawsuits and the right to recover attorney's fees if they prevail in asserting that immunity.
State and local governments
Their ability to pass or enforce laws allowing civil actions against the firearm industry is preempted by this federal amendment.
Plaintiffs in pending civil lawsuits
Their pending cases against firearm industry members would be subject to immediate dismissal under the new provisions.
Key Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does this amendment stop all lawsuits against gun companies?
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Expansion of Federal Preemption
The amendment significantly broadens federal control over civil litigation by explicitly preempting state and local laws, a shift from the existing Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act.
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