Wait Times Are Another Reason Why Constitutional Carry Matters
Montana recently became the eighteenth state to pass a permitless-carry law, and eight other states are considering similar legislation this session. One reason this is important is that many state regulatory regimes are slow, costly, and unconcerned about citizens who need protection. In this new COVID-19 era, some wait times for concealed-carry …
Ninth Circuit to Hear Case Challenging California’s Magazine Ban En Banc
Today the Ninth Circuit granted en banc review of an NRA-ILA backed lawsuit challenging California’s ban on magazines containing more than ten rounds. This case challenges California Penal Code §32310, which was amended in 2016, to outright ban magazines capable of holding more than ten rounds. The NRA filed suit …
Iowa Permitless Carry Self Defense Package Bill Introduced
Today, House Study Bill 254 was introduced to greatly improve self-defense in Iowa. Please contact your state representative and ask them to SUPPORT HSB 254. House Study Bill 254 allows a law-abiding adult to carry a concealed firearm, without first needing to obtain government permission. This ensures that citizens have their right …
Kentucky: Committee Advances Bill to Prevent Discrimination Against Firearm Businesses
The House Judiciary Committee issued a favorable report to House Bill 175, to prevent discrimination against firearm businesses. This bill is also considered critical legislation by the National Shooting Sports Foundation, and the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation. It now awaits a floor vote in the full House. Please contact your state representative …
Georgia: House Passes Concealed Carry Reciprocity Bill
Today, the House passed House Bill 218. The bill expands the ability of law-abiding citizens to defend themselves and their families, both within Georgia and in other states, and also ensures that Second Amendment rights remain protected during emergencies. HB 218 will now go to the Senate for further consideration. Please …
INDUSTRY, RETAILERS AND ATF PARTNER TO SAFEGUARD COMMUNITIES
The firearm industry is leveraging unique partnerships to help firearm retailers become part of the safety solutions in their communities. Through Real Solutions® the firearm industry trade association partners with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), for a campaign called Operation Secure Store® (OSS). The goal is to deter and reduce …
WV: TELL SEN. MANCHIN TO MAKE ‘NO DEALS’ WITH SCHUMER
enator Joe Manchin has a problem. A big problem. He is a Democrat. And he is a Democrat in West Virginia — a state that’s not particularly in sync with the Democratic Party’s anti-gun agenda. And yet, Senator Manchin is the Democrats’ 50th vote in the Senate (51 with Kamala …
GOA LAUNCHES EMPOWERED 2A
It’s finally here! Our very first empowered 2A zoom event is this Wednesday, Feb 24 at 8pm eastern time. Join in on this virtual meeting completely for FREE! Register in advance for this meeting: REGISTER NOW Empowered 2A is a coalition exclusively for our female GOA members. Empowered 2A …
Why Does Recoil Vary for Pistols Chambered in .380 ACP?
Though larger in size, this blowback-operated Walther PPK (left) generates more felt recoil due to its significant slide mass. In locked-breech pistols like the Kel-Tec P3AT (right), the barrel and slide move together for a longer period, which imparts less felt recoil. Although a little late to the defensive-pistol arena, …
New: Springfield Armory HEX Red-Dot Optics
Shooters have new options for red-dot sights in the recently announced HEX Optics line by Springfield Armory. The company says that HEX is a special project “to develop superior optical support for your firearms.” HEX debuts with two red-dot reflex sight options priced under $300: the Wasp, a micro red-dot …
