S. 659 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act
S. 659 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) was introduced on Mar 19, 2003, sponsored by Larry Craig with 54 co-sponsors.
During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Mar 19, 2003
- Co-sponsors
- 54
- Policy area
- Law
What it does
Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act - Prohibits any qualified civil liability action from being brought in any State or Federal court and requires pending actions to be dismissed. Defines such an action to: (1) include an action brought against a manufacturer or seller of a firearm, ammunition, or a component of a firearm that has been shipped or transported in interstate or foreign commerce, or against a trade associati…
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Larry Craig (R-ID). Co-sponsors: 10 Democrats, 44 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMar 19, 2003
- Passed the Senate—
- Passed the House—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S4169) (Mar 20, 2003)
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Committees
- Judiciary Committee
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