AURORA | Aurora Congressperson Jason Crow has reintroduced the Equal Access to Justice for Victims of Gun Violence Act, saying the legislation would allow survivors and family members of victims of gun violence to sue and hold the gun industry accountable for negligence and disregard for public safety.

“Victims and survivors should be able to hold the gun industry accountable in court for negligent behavior. But right now, the gun industry is shielded from any liability when they disregard public safety. That’s wrong,” Crow said in a statement. “I’m introducing this bill so we can finally hold the gun industry responsible.”

Since it was signed in 2005 by President George W. Bush, the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act has been used to shield gun makers and sellers from civil lia

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