Politics

Idaho’s SB 1313 became law last week without the signature of Governor Butch Otter. The new law will take effect on July 1. The law strengthens the state’s current “stand your ground” protections, consistent with similar laws in most other states. SB 1313 made relatively minor adjustments in the current laws covering self defense in the Gem State.…

In response to a recent lawsuit that fought a ban on ‘assault weapons’ and high-capacity magazines was officially responded to by a judge who shut it down rather quickly, insisting that the bans do not impede on the 2nd Amendment. A judge in Massachusetts on Friday ruled against a lawsuit that questioned the state’s ban…

DEERFIELD, ILLINOIS — A ban was passed that outlaws certain semi-automatic firearms, and those residents who do not comply will face up to a $1,000 fine for each day they still possess the banned firearms. Not only are semi-auto rifles affected, but some pistols as well. This is a gun grab, plain and simple. Local…

President Trump took to Twitter in response to a recent comment that repealing the 2nd Amendment would make it much easier for congress to push through gun control legislation. His statement on Twitter is as follows: THE SECOND AMENDMENT WILL NEVER BE REPEALED! As much as Democrats would like to see this happen, and despite…

Let’s start this off by saying that this is not an April Fools joke. The Vermont state Senate passed a package of laws on Friday that we thought we’d never see from a state with constitutional carry, as well as having some of the most lax gun laws on the books. That all changed Friday,…

DENVER, COLORADO — A bill that would have allowed Colorado folks the chance to carry a firearm without the need for a permit has died in the legislative committee after making a little headway over the last few days. Local media reports; The House State, Veterans and Military Affairs committee voted 6-3 Wednesday to indefinitely…

If you reside in certain states in the US and hold a medical marijuana card, you’ve just been told that you aren’t allowed to purchase a firearm. Fortune.com shares the news; The court ruled 3-0 on Wednesday that a ban preventing medical marijuana card holders from purchasing firearms is not in violation of the Second…

The following statement was released by the White House a few days ago in response to the Florida school shooting in February. In an effort to help strengthen schools and the background check system, the President has outlined his plan. Statement: Every child deserves to grow up in a safe community surrounded by a loving…

DENVER, COLORADO — A new bill that passed the Republican-led Senate would allow residents in Colorado to carry a concealed firearm without the need for a permit. Senate Bill 97 made it by a vote of 18-17 and will now head to the House. Except, the House is run by Democrats. Sen. Tim Neville, R-Littleton,…