After two decades of near-immunity granted to gun manufacturers by Congress, several blue states are implementing new laws aimed at holding these companies accountable for gun violence. Connecticut’s recent legislation allows lawsuits against gun makers and sellers if they fail to prevent illegal firearm possession, joining nine other states that have taken similar legislative action since 2021.
These new laws have sparked controversy, with gun rights advocates arguing they violate the 2005 Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act, which shields gun companies from liability for crimes committed with their products. In contrast, supporters of the laws argue that they simply require gun manufacturers to adopt responsible practices to prevent future tragedies, reflecting a growing tension in the ongoing national debate over gun control.
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