Senate Sponsors: BERMAN. Short description: ASSAULT-HANDGUN LIABILITY ACT Synopsis of Bill as introduced: Creates the Handgun and Assault Weapon Liability Act. Provides that a person who suffers bodily injury or property damage as a result of the discharge of a handgun or an assault weapon may sue the manufacturer or importer of the weapon. Provides that defendants shall be liable without regard to fault. Establishes certain defenses. Defines terms. Applies to weapons manufactured or imported and acts occurring on or after the effective date of the Act. Last action on Bill: SESSION SINE DIE Last action date: 99-01-12 Location: Senate Amendments to Bill: AMENDMENTS ADOPTED: HOUSE - 0 SENATE - 0 END OF INQUIRY Full Text Bill Status