Two Illinois senators, Tammy Duckworth and Dick Durbin, introduce the Equal Justice for Victims of Gun Violence Act, seeking to enhance legal accountability for gun manufacturers and sellers. The bill aims to repeal the 2005 Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act, which provides the gun industry with a legal liability shield, thereby allowing victims of gun violence to pursue justice in court.
Senator Duckworth emphasizes that the persistent gun violence impacting communities demands urgent reform, stating, “I’ll never stop working for commonsense gun safety reforms.” With backing from over 80 members of Congress and numerous advocacy organizations, this legislation reflects a growing consensus on the need for accountability in the gun industry amidst rising incidents of violence.
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