HB78

AN ACT relating to firearms liability protections and declaring an emergency.

Complete·4/14/26

Kentucky HB78 clarifies firearms liability protections, limiting claims against manufacturers and sellers.

Kentucky HB78, the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms (PLCAA) Clarification Act of 2026, aims to clarify and strengthen liability protections for firearms manufacturers and sellers. It specifies that manufacturers and sellers are not liable for damages unless the statute explicitly regulates firearms, provides clear requirements, and the violation directly caused harm. It also limits claims for negligent marketing to cases where the practice targeted prohibited individuals, encouraged unlawful use, and violated specific laws.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

31 Yea

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6 Nay

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1 Absent

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Calendar

Mar 26

9:00 AM

Senate Committee On Judiciary

Mar 11

10:00 AM

House Committee On Judiciary

History

Apr 14

Senate

received in House

Apr 14

Senate

to Rules (H)

Apr 14

Senate

taken from Rules