Public nuisance cause of action for certain conduct related to the sale, marketing, importing, distribution, and manufacturing of firearms establishment
This bill creates a new legal mechanism in Minnesota that allows the state attorney general to sue firearm industry members for public nuisance. It directly affects businesses involved in the sale, manufacturing, importing, distribution, or marketing of firearms and related products. The legislation requires these companies to implement reasonable controls to prevent sales to prohibited individuals, stop theft, and ensure compliance with existing laws. If a company knowingly or recklessly fails to meet these standards, the attorney general can seek court orders to stop the conduct, force cleanup at the company's expense, and award financial damages.
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Apr 2026
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Introduced Apr 13, 2026
Last action Apr 13, 2026
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Apr 13, 2026
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Referred to Judiciary and Public Safety
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Apr 13, 2026
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Introduction and first reading
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Ron Latz
DDemocratic-Farmer-Labor
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