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Florida's latest bill could redefine firearm liability by limiting claims based on optional features, sparking fierce debate over safety and accountability.

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Committee advances bill limiting design‑defect claims tied to optional external firearm features
The subcommittee reported HB 15 51 favorably (13‑4). Sponsor Rep. Duggan said the bill bars using the presence or absence of optional external features as the sole basis for liability while preserving claims based on internal or manufacturing defects; opponents warned it could restrict design‑defect litigation in practice.
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February 4, 2026 at 11:06 PM
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A new bill in Utah aims to clarify legal protections for gun manufacturers, ensuring they aren't held liable for third-party crimes while still facing accountability for defects and deceptive practices.

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Committee adopts substitute and advances bill clarifying PLCAA predicate exception
The committee adopted Substitute 1 and recommended HB214 favorably; sponsors said the bill clarifies the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act (PLCAA) so manufacturers remain liable for defects or negligent marketing but are not exposed to lawsuits for third‑party criminal acts.
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February 4, 2026 at 11:54 PM