Introduced
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To authorize private lawsuits against a local government that violates a state preemption on local firearms ownership or use restrictions, which would allow plaintiffs to collect actual damages and costs if they prevail. Courts could also order the head of a governmental body that willfully violated a law to send a letter to every voter notifying them of the violation and how much it cost taxpayers.
Referred to the Committee on Local Government
Reported without amendment
With the recommendation that the substitute (H-2) be adopted and that the bill then pass.
Amendment offered
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To strip out a provision that would have authorized a court to order an elected or appointed official who knowingly and willfully enacted or enforced a restrictive gun ordinance or rule that violates state law to pay a fine of up to $2,500.
The amendment passed by voice vote
Passed in the House 69 to 39 (details)
To authorize private lawsuits against a local government that violates a state preemption on local firearms ownership or use restrictions, which would allow plaintiffs to collect actual damages and costs if they prevail.
Referred to the Committee on Government Operations
