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Introduced
02/12/2021
02/12/2021
In Committee
02/12/2021
02/12/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/10/2021
04/10/2021
Introduced Session
2021 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Prohibiting insurance discrimination against firearms manufacturers
AI Summary
This bill prohibits financial institutions and government entities from discriminating against manufacturers, retailers, distributors, shooting ranges, or trade associations that are engaged in the lawful commerce of firearms, firearms accessories, or ammunition. The bill defines key terms such as "financial institution," "firearm," and "trade association." It allows the Attorney General to file civil actions against entities that engage in such unlawful discriminatory practices, seeking declaratory judgments, injunctions, civil penalties, and attorneys' fees. The bill also allows victims of such discrimination to bring civil lawsuits seeking actual, treble, and exemplary damages, as well as injunctive relief and other appropriate remedies.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (10)
Patrick Martin (R)*,
Mike Azinger (R),
Bill Hamilton (R),
Glenn Jeffries (R),
Robert Karnes (R),
Rupie Phillips (R),
Michael Romano (D),
Patricia Rucker (R),
Randy Smith (R),
Bugs Stover (R),
Last Action
To Judiciary (on 02/12/2021)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=268&year=2021&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill |
| BillText | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=SB268%20INTR.htm&yr=2021&sesstype=RS&i=268 |
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