SC Governor Expected To Sign Permitless Open Carry Law

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South Carolina is nearing the approval of a bill allowing legal gun owners to openly carry their firearms. The bill imposes stricter penalties for repeated unauthorized gun carrying in prohibited areas like schools and courthouses, and for crimes committed with a gun. Additionally, it allocates millions for free gun training, required for obtaining a concealed […]

Louisiana Governor Signs Constitutional Carry Bill, Will Go Into Effect On 4th Of July

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Louisiana has become the 28th state to allow its citizens to carry concealed firearms without a permit, as Republican Governor Jeff Landry signed Senate Bill 1. This new law permits residents aged 18 and above to carry a concealed handgun without needing a permit. Governor Landry, emphasizing the importance of this law, stated that it […]

Louisiana Is One Step Closer To Permitless Carry, Governor Expected To Sign

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Louisiana is progressing towards allowing permitless carry, as Republican legislators recently advanced related bills during a special session aimed at addressing violent crime. These measures, passed in the Senate along party lines, are now with the House, where Republicans hold a strong majority. Governor Jeff Landry is expected to sign them into law. The proposed […]

Hawaii’s Highest Court Rules The 2nd Amendment Doesn’t Apply To It’s Residents

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On Wednesday, the Hawaii Supreme Court, led by Justice Todd Eddins, ruled that the Second Amendment rights, as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court, do not apply in Hawaii. This decision emphasizes Hawaii’s unique “spirit of Aloha” and asserts that the state can mandate permits for public firearm carrying. The ruling clearly states that the […]

Background Checks For Ammo Purchases Declared Unconstitutional By California Judge

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In a recent ruling, U.S. District Judge Roger Benitez, appointed by President George W. Bush, declared California’s law mandating background checks for ammunition purchases unconstitutional. He criticized the law for lacking historical precedent and infringing on Second Amendment rights. Judge Benitez highlighted the high rejection rate of law-abiding gun owners under this system, noting a […]

Bill Introduced That Would Allow The Carrying Of Firearms In Businesses That Prohibit Them

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NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE — State Rep. Jody Barrett (R-Dickson) has introduced HB 2032, a bill that would enable individuals with enhanced gun licenses to carry firearms into businesses that currently prohibit them. Barrett argues that this measure is necessary because most gun license holders are responsible citizens. The bill proposes to eliminate the offense of possessing […]

Lawmakers In SC Are Once Again Considering Constitutional Carry

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In South Carolina, legislators are currently deliberating on a bill that proposes constitutional carry or permitless carry, which would allow citizens to openly carry handguns without a permit. During recent discussions, no vote was cast, as lawmakers focused on refining the bill’s details to ensure clarity and prevent legal ambiguities. The bill, having already been […]

Washington: 10-Day Waiting Period On Gun Purchases Starts Tomorrow

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Starting January 1, Washington state will implement new gun laws, altering the process of firearm acquisition. The enactment follows a year of debate and preparation for the change. The legislation, House Bill 1143, initiated by 18 state leaders, aims to curb ‘gun violence’. As the year concludes, these regulations are set to take effect. The […]