Stopping Harmful and Outrageous Torts Act
To amend the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act to clarify liability protections for firearms and associated manufacturers and retailers, and for other purposes.
HB9298 aims to change how liability is handled for companies that make and sell firearms. It seeks to strengthen protections for these businesses under the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act. This could affect gun manufacturers and retailers by making it harder for them to be held responsible for crimes committed with their products.
The bill, if passed, would mostly impact firearm manufacturers and retailers. It would limit their legal responsibility and make it more difficult for victims of gun-related crimes to sue them. This change could influence how gun-related lawsuits are pursued and resolved.
HB9298 was introduced on June 11, 2026, and has been referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary for further review. The bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process, and no further actions have been recorded.
