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Cook County committee urges state to adopt Responsibility in Firearm Legislation Act after public testimony
Summary
The Legislation and Intergovernmental Relations Committee voted to adopt a resolution urging Illinois lawmakers to pass the Responsibility in Firearm Legislation (RIFL/"Bridal") Act after multiple public speakers and medical and community advocates described gun-injury costs and urged manufacturer accountability.
The Legislation and Intergovernmental Relations Committee of the Cook County Board adopted a resolution urging the Illinois General Assembly to pass the Responsibility in Firearm Legislation Act, also called the Bridal Act, after public testimony from medical, advocacy and community witnesses.
The resolution was moved by Commissioner Vasquez and seconded by Commissioner Anaya; the chair announced "the ayes have it" and the resolution was adopted. Supporters said the measure would require firearm manufacturers that profit from sales to contribute annually to a state fund tied to how…
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