The Senate narrowly voted to strip gun manufacturers of their exemption from liability for the damage and death that can result from firearms misuse. The Assembly is expected to vote soon on an identical bill, SB 682, by Sen. Don Perata (D-Alameda), a leading gun control advocate. A spokesman for Gov. Gray Davis said he has not taken a position on the bills.
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