Gun manufacturers

National Shooting Sports Foundation claims new Illinois gun law is unconstitutional, conflicts with federal law

August 16, 2023 | By PETER HANCOCK, Capitol News Illinois

SPRINGFIELD – A gun trade association has filed a federal lawsuit challenging a new Illinois law that restricts how gun dealers and manufacturers market their products. The Connecticut-based National Shooting Sports Foundation filed the suit in the Southern District of Illinois on Monday, just two days after Gov. JB Pritzker signed it into law. “The…

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Firearms industry could face lawsuits for deceptive marketing under new Illinois law

August 16, 2023 | By PETER HANCOCK, Capitol News Illinois

SPRINGFIELD – A new law in Illinois restricts the way gun dealers and manufacturers can market and sell their products and subjects them to civil penalties for violations. Gov. JB Pritzker on Saturday signed House Bill 218 into law. Labeled the Firearm Industry Responsibility Act, it took effect immediately. “We hold opioid manufacturers accountable. Vaping companies accountable.…

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