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John, the gun industry should not be above the law. But because of a harmful federal law called the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act (PLCAA), it is — and the effects are devastating.
This law, passed in 2005, gives the gun industry unparalleled protections from civil lawsuits — unlike any other industry in America. And it comes at the expense of victims of gun violence and their families, who are too often effectively blocked from holding the gun industry accountable in court.
Litigation can be a powerful tool to encourage responsible business practices, but PLCAA enables the gun industry to get away with not instituting life-saving reforms, like including safety features or common-sense screening and security measures.
This vital legislation would repeal PLCAA and finally give gun violence victims and survivors their day in court. This would be a major step forward in holding gun dealers and manufacturers accountable when they contribute to — and profit from — gun violence. It would also reopen the path to enacting gun industry reforms to prevent tragedies and save lives.
President Biden was right to name repealing PLCAA as among the most important gun violence prevention actions that Congress can take.
Here at Brady, we know firsthand the devastating effects that PLCCA has for victims of gun violence and their loved ones. Our legal team has brought case after case representing victims and families, and many face delays, needless appeals, or are ultimately blocked from justice. We need to let Congress know that no industry should be above the law — especially one that puts profits over people.
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RSVP for the Brady Action Awards!
We’re less than one week away from our annual Brady Action Awards — have you saved your spot yet? You’re invited to join our free virtual gala on Thursday, April 29, at 7 p.m. ET as we recognize and honor champions of gun violence prevention. You’ll hear from special guests like Julia Louis-Dreyfus and Vice President Kamala Harris and awardees like former Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger, Warriors Coach Steve Kerr, and more!
We can't wait to see you at the 2021 Brady Action Awards on April 29!
Brady Colorado Kickoff and Remembering Columbine
Last week, in commemoration of the Columbine massacre 22 years ago, we were proud to officially launch our Brady Colorado chapter and host a Colorado gun violence prevention town hall. We were joined by powerful speakers, including Sen. John Hickenlooper, State Sen. Rhonda Fields, Brady President Kris Brown, Brady Vice President of Organizing Maisha Fields, and more.
🎧 Episode 125: What it Means When Children are Under Fire
Pulitzer-finalist John Woodrow Cox's new book, "Children Under Fire: An American Crisis," covers the myths surrounding gun violence in the U.S. as it relates to children. To help explore his book, and these myths, we sat down with Cox, Brady President Kris Brown, and End Family Fire Director Ted Bonar.
Virtual Conference Addresses Need for Action Against Gun Violence, WHSV3
Nevada Bill to Outlaw Ghost Guns Could Reduce Violent Crime in California, CapRadio
Jaime’s Law Reintroduced in Congress to Require Ammunition Background Checks, East County Today
Ghost Gun Part Redefinition Bill Passes in Assembly Safety Committee, California Globe
Inside Sen. Chris Murphy’s ‘Mission’: The End of an American Epidemic of Gun Violence, People
This week, the Nevada State Assembly passed AB 286, a bill to ban unregulated and untraceable "ghost guns." This life-saving bill now heads to the state senate and is closer to becoming law!
Sales of ghost guns have surged during the pandemic. Ghost guns are homemade firearms made from parts and kits that anyone can purchase online or at a gun show without a background check — including minors and prohibited purchasers. As ghost guns spread across America, AB 286 would protect Nevadans by banning the sale of the parts used to make these guns and the possession, sale, and manufacturing of these firearms in the state.
This common-sense bill was sponsored and championed by October 1 survivor Assemblywoman Sandra Jauregui, who understands firsthand the kinds of sensible solutions we need to prevent gun violence. We thank our Brady Nevada activists and our Brady Nevada State Executive Committee members Heather Sallan, Christiane Brown, and Ann Lawton for their tireless advocacy on gun violence prevention laws in Nevada. And we express our gratitude to our partner Battle Born Progress Nevada, whose leadership has guided this monumental progress toward a safer Nevada.
This week, we remember and honor the victims of the 2018 Waffle House shooting in Nashville, TN: Joe R. Perez, Akilah Dasilva, Deebony Groves, and Taurean C. Sanderlin.
We’re also thinking of James Shaw Jr., who heroically disarmed the gunman before he could cause more senseless violence. Three years later, we cannot bring back the lives lost that day, but we can share their stories and honor their lives with action.
Thank you, John, for staying up-to-date on Brady's work across Congress, courts, and communities. Our work is not possible without grassroots donors like you. Will you consider donating to continue our life-saving work today? Thank you for being a Brady supporter and joining us in the fight to prevent gun violence.
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