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Where it is now

  1. Done: IntroducedJanuary 21, 2021
  2. Done: SubcommitteeJanuary 21, 2021
  3. Done: House committeeFebruary 18, 2021
  4. Skipped: Passes the HouseContinued as HF 621
  5. Next: Senate committee
  6. Next: Passes the Senate
  7. Next: To the Governor
  8. Next: Signed into law

Became HF 621 → Its progress continues under the new number. Go to HF 621 What’s a funnel?

What’s in it

AI summary People would be limited in how they can sue companies that make or sell guns and ammunition. These companies cannot be sued for how their products are designed or marketed, or for injuries caused by someone using them unlawfully. However, lawsuits are still allowed if a product is defective or if a contract was broken.1

Read the official explanation

This bill establishes which actions may be brought against firearm and ammunition manufacturers, distributors, importers, trade associations, sellers, or dealers in regards to the manufacture, distribution, or sale of firearms and ammunition. The bill provides that the manufacture, distribution, or sale of firearms or ammunition by manufacturers, distributors, or dealers who are duly licensed by the appropriate federal and state authorities is a lawful activity and is not unreasonably dangerous, and that the unlawful use of firearms and ammunition is the proximate cause of any injuries arising from their unlawful use. _____ unlawful use of a firearm or ammunition. The bill provides that if a party has brought an action prohibited by the bill, the court shall dismiss the action and award the defendant reasonable attorney fees and costs. The bill provides that a person may bring a suit against a firearms or ammunition manufacturer, importer, distributor, trade association, seller, or dealer for breach of contract or warranty, damage or harm caused by a defective firearm or ammunition, and injunctive relief to enforce a valid statute, rule, or ordinance.

Changed since by amendment S-3086; see Amendments.

Full bill text · What changed before it passed2

House subcommittee

Named January 21, 2021. On January 28, 2021 it recommended passage. Vote Total: 2-1.

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Iowa Code it changes

Creates§683.1§683.2§683.3§683.4

How the Code works3

Lobbying

5 for · 13 against · 5 undecided · Who →

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