Videos tagged with Illinois HB 218

This video discusses Illinois HB 218, a new law that significantly impacts the firearm industry. Governor JB Pritzker signed the bill, which aims to allow lawsuits against firearm manufacturers and sellers by redefining 'firearm accessory' and 'firearm industry member' broadly. The law imposes stringent 'reasonable controls' on manufacturers to prevent sales to prohibited individuals and mitigate risks, effectively making them liable for the actions of others. It also restricts marketing towards minors and prohibits promoting paramilitary activities. The speaker argues this law contradicts the federal Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act (PLCAA) and is unconstitutional, noting that the NSSF has already filed a lawsuit challenging it.

This video provides a critical legal analysis of Illinois House Bill 218, presented by William Kirk, President of Washington Gun Law. The analysis highlights concerns regarding the law's potential to impose broad civil liability on the firearm industry, its conflict with federal law (PLCAA), and its implications for First and Second Amendment rights. The speaker, identified as a practicing attorney and president of a legal advocacy group, offers an authoritative perspective on the legislative and constitutional challenges posed by HB 218.