H4723

Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

South Carolina Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act prohibits certain civil liability actions against firearms and related product manufacturers.

The South Carolina Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act aims to protect firearms and related product manufacturers and sellers from certain civil liability actions. It prohibits bringing such actions unless specific conditions are met, such as direct involvement in the crime or violation of state or federal statutes. The act also addresses enforcement of foreign judgments, requiring litigants to certify compliance with state public policy. The act defines terms like "qualified product" and "qualified civil liability action," and it takes effect upon approval by the Governor.

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History

Jan 21

House

Member(s) request name added as sponsor: Chapman, Gagnon, Forrest, Duncan

Jan 13

House

Introduced and read first time

Jan 13

House

Referred to Committee on Judiciary