Utah residents, especially non-immigrant visa holders, have found themselves perplexed about their firearm rights following a series of legislative amendments. John Rodrigues, a Brazil-born Utah concealed carry instructor, indicated that these changes directly impact many of his students, who are primarily non-immigrant visa holders studying in the US. Rodrigues learned of the upcoming changes via […]
Marijuana And Firearms: The ATF’s Warning To Minnesota And Possibly Beyond
Minnesota has recently joined the ranks of states legalizing recreational cannabis use. However, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) warns that marijuana use doesn’t permit activities like gun ownership, as marijuana remains a Schedule I substance under federal law. Regardless of the recent changes in Minnesota law related to marijuana, an individual […]
GOA STATEMENT ON 5TH CIRCUIT INJUNCTION ON PISTOL BRACE RULE
Washington, D.C. — Gun Owners of America (GOA) issued the following statements after the 5th Circuit Court partially enjoined the Biden Pistol Brace Ban this morning. GOA and the Gun Owners Foundation (GOF) had filed an amicus brief in Mock v. Garland, as well as filed their own challenge to the rule in conjunction with Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in a different […]
Federal Judge Deems Handgun Sales Ban To Young Adults Aged 18-20 Is Unconstitutional
RICHMOND, VIRGINIA — A federal judge in Virginia, U.S. District Court Judge Robert Payne, has ruled that a law prohibiting licensed federal firearms dealers from selling handguns to individuals aged 18 to 20 violates the Second Amendment and is unconstitutional. The ruling challenges the existing ban and, if upheld, would permit the sale of handguns […]
Bill Moves In Texas That Would Increase Age To Buy Rifles From 18 To 21
On Monday, the House Committee on Community Safety reported out House Bill 2744, legislation which restricts the Second Amendment rights of young adults aged 18-20 by prohibiting them from purchasing most semi-automatic rifles. At age 18, citizens are eligible to vote, be drafted, serve in the military, serve on a jury, enter into contracts, sue and be sued, get married and own property. […]
NC Elimination Of Concealed Carry Permits On Hold
RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA — Concerns over firearms are on the rise, mainly among Democrats, with Republicans who are steadfastly working to dismantle gun regulations in the state. Recently, Republicans successfully abolished the long-standing pistol permit law, and now they have set their sights on eliminating concealed carry permits, although progress on this front has been […]
Florida House Passes Bill That Would Lower Age To Buy Rifles To 18, Down From 21 After Legislation Following FL School Shooting In 2018
TALLAHASSEE, FLORIDA — A new bill has just been passed in the Florida House that lowers the minimum age for purchasing rifles and other “long” guns from 21 to 18. This is a big win for those who believe in the Second Amendment and the constitutional rights of young adults. The previous age restriction was […]
BREAKING: Nebraska Constitutional Carry Bill Passes 33-14, Headed To Governor’s Desk
LINCOLN, NEBRASKA — Nebraska’s top law enforcement officials have emphasized the importance of responsible gun ownership as the state moves towards implementing a “constitutional carry” bill, according to The North Platte Telegraph. The Legislative Bill 77 (LB 77), which passed the Nebraska legislature on Wednesday morning with a two-thirds majority, will enable Nebraskans to lawfully […]
Gov. Kristi Noem Drops Actual 2A Executive Order During NRA Annual Meetings
INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA — During the 2023 NRA Convention in Indianapolis, Indiana, South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem delivered a speech that included the unexpected signing of an executive order, according to Indy Star. The order prevents state agencies from partnering with large banks that discriminate against the firearm industry. Noem’s 25-minute speech took place as part […]