| SB 0013 | Prohibits certain suits by political subdivisions and the state against firearm manufacturers and dealers |
| Sponsor: | Kinder | |||
| LR Number: | 0300S.05T | Fiscal Note: | 0300-05 | |
| Committee: | Judiciary and Civil & Criminal Jurisprudence | |||
| Last Action: | 09/12/03 H adopts motion to override Governor's veto | Journal page: | ||
| Title: | SS SB 13 | |||
| Effective Date: | August 28, 2003 | |||
SS/SB 13 - This act provides that the design, marketing, manufacture, distribution or sale of firearms or ammunition is not an abnormally dangerous activity and does not constitute a public nuisance. The act prohibits political subdivisions, as well as the state from instituting a lawsuit against any firearms or ammunition manufacturer relating to design, marketing, manufacture, distribution or sale to the public. The act allows actions regarding breach of contract or warranty for firearms or ammunition purchased by a state or political subdivision.
This act is similar to SB 1027 (2002).
SARAH MORROW