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 …
Trudeau Goes for Canadians’ Guns
As he promised when he first announced a ban on over 1,500 firearms last year, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau recently announced new legislative proposals to restrict Canadian gun owners, including legislation that would allow individual cities to ban handguns. As reported by The Hill, “The proposals include the Canadian government supporting municipalities that restrict storage …
New Mexico: House Committee Defeats Legislation Protecting Your Rights During Emergencies on a Party-Line Vote
Last night, the House Consumer & Public Affairs Committee defeated House Bill 279 on a party-line vote. The measure, filed by Rep. Stefani Lord (R-Sandia Park), would have prevented future executive or Department of Health emergency orders from shutting down firearm manufacturers, retailers and shooting ranges, and denying law-abiding citizens their right to purchase, own …
Washington: Carry Ban Sent to the Senate Floor for Rapid Consideration
Yesterday, Senate Bill 5038 was pulled from the Senate Rules Committee and sent to the Senate Floor where it can be heard at any time. NRA Members and Second Amendment supporters are encouraged to contact their State Senator and ask them to OPPOSE Senate Bill 5038 in any form. Senate Bill 5038 makes …
North Dakota: Concealed Carry Legislation Heads to the Senate
Today, the North Dakota House unanimously approved concealed permit enhancement legislation, House Bill 1450. Having passed out of the House, the measure now heads to the Senate for further consideration. Please contact your State Senator and ask them to SUPPORT House Bill 1450. House Bill 1450 enhances North Dakota’s permit laws by reducing …
Arkansas: Stand Your Ground Legislation Sent to the Governor’s Desk for Signature
Today, the Arkansas House marked the final vote on Stand Your ground Legislation, Senate Bill 24. This important self-defense measure now heads to the desk of Governor Asa Hutchinson for his signature. Please contact Governor Hutchinson and ask him to sign Senate Bill 24 into law. This important legislation is a …
