February 13, 2013
Beginning early on Tuesday morning, stretching late into the evening and then all day Wednesday, state legislators on the House Judiciary, Education and Finance Committees heard four anti-gun bills that would severely restrict your Right to Keep and Bear Arms in Colorado:
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February 13, 2013
Today, the Arizona House Public Safety, Military and Regulatory Affairs Committee voted 5 to 3 in favor of a common sense reform that will prevent the destruction of firearms.
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February 13, 2013
Yesterday, state representatives Rory Ellinger (D-86) and Jill Schupp (D-88) introduced House Bill 545, anti-gun legislation that would turn many law-abiding gun owners into felons. HB 545 would ban the possession, sale, transfer or manufacture of certain semi-automatic rifles and magazines that are capable of holding more than ten rounds.
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February 13, 2013
Pro-gun legislation of importance to gun owners, sportsmen and supporters of the Second Amendment was introduced this week in the Bluegrass State. NRA-backed Senate Bill 150, sponsored by state Senator Brandon Smith (R-30), would make the following changes to Kentucky’s concealed carry laws:
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February 13, 2013
Thanks to passionate input from hunters and sportsmen, the Wyoming House of Representatives voted 44 to 14 in favor of a much-needed pro-hunting reform. SF 132, as introduced by Senator Ogden Driskill (R-01), passed in the Senate and House Agriculture Committee by overwhelming margins.
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February 13, 2013
Senate Bill 1335, patroned by state Senator Mark Obenshain (R-26), will go to the Virginia Senate for concurrence tomorrow. Last Friday, S.B. 1335 was reported with a substitute by the House Militia, Police and Public Safety Committee by a 16-6 vote. The amended version of this bill protects the confidentiality of all concealed handgun permit (CHP) holders in Virginia.
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February 13, 2013
The House Education Committee passed House Bill 1243 today on a voice vote, after it was weakened by amendment. As introduced by state Representative Charlie Collins (R-84), HB 1243 sought to allow staff and faculty of a public university, public college or community college, to carry a concealed handgun in the buildings of the institutions where they are employed if they have a valid Concealed Handgun Carry License (CHCL). It would also remove the absolute prohibition of CHCL holders from carrying a concealed firearm into the buildings of a private university or college. Private universities and colleges would still be permitted to establish their own restrictions on CHCL holders.
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February 13, 2013
On Monday, the Los Gatos Town Council unanimously issued a temporary emergency moratorium and research to be done for potential ordinances and policy changes on future gun sales in town. This issue and information will be brought back up for consideration at the town council meeting on Monday, March 4.
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February 12, 2013
The following bills of importance to Nebraska gun owners, sportsmen and supporters of the Second Amendment have recently been referred to the Judiciary Committee for its consideration:
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February 12, 2013
Today, Senate Bill 1335, patroned by Senator Mark Obenshain (R-26), passed in the House of Delegates by a 76-23 vote. Last Friday, S.B. 1335 was reported with a substitute by the House Militia, Police and Public Safety Committee by a 16-6 vote. The amended version of this bill protects the confidentiality of all concealed handgun permit (CHP) holders in Virginia and now goes to the state Senate for concurrence this week.
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February 12, 2013
As the Arizona General Assembly concludes the first month of the 2013 legislative session, a number of NRA-supported pro-gun advances have already been introduced in Phoenix.
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February 12, 2013
Today, House Bill 1563 passed the Indiana House of Representatives by an overwhelming 95-2 vote.
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February 12, 2013
The 77th Nevada Legislature convened on February 4. Two NRA-supported pro-gun measures have been introduced as well as an anti-hunting bill that must be defeated.
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February 12, 2013
Tomorrow, the House Committee on Fish, Wildlife and Water Resources will hear House Bill 129. This NRA-supported bill introduced by state Representative Patrick Brennan (R-Chittenden-9-2) would allow bow hunters and dog trainers to carry a handgun for self-defense while in the field. Currently, Vermont law and hunting regulations prohibit the carrying of a firearm while engaged in bow hunting or dog training. A growing number of states are amending their laws to allow such a practice. This bill needs your support, so please contact Committee members in advance of their 9:00 a.m. meeting tomorrow, February 13.
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February 12, 2013
The following two anti-gun bills were introduced by “F-rated” state Senator Ginny Burdick (D-18) and “F-rated” state Representative Carolyn Tomei (D-41). Both bills have been referred to the Senate Judiciary Committee:
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February 12, 2013
Bills that would infringe on our Right to Keep and Bear Arms have been filed and will be moving through the Iowa legislature. Your action is necessary!
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February 12, 2013
Yesterday, Representative Albert Sommers (R-20) added a last-minute, crippling amendment to a pro-hunting bill that would remove the state prohibition on hunting with sound suppressors. Representative Sommers’ amendment to Senate File 132 would maintain the state’s outdated ban on hunting with suppressors for all game except varmints. Earlier today, Representative Mark Baker (R-49) offered a counter amendment that would erase this unnecessary restriction. However, despite the flood of comments from hunters and sportsmen who vigorously support full inclusion of suppressors for hunting, 32 state Representatives ignored their constituents by voting against Representative Baker’s amendment.
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February 12, 2013
Yesterday, Governor Mike Beebe (D) signed the Church Protection Act, Senate Bill 71, into law. This important self-defense reform takes effect immediately.
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February 12, 2013
Next week, the Senate Judiciary Committee will begin two days of hearings on dangerous anti-gun measures that would infringe upon our Right to Keep and Bear Arms. This committee will be considering Senate File 205, an omnibus anti-gun bill.
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February 11, 2013
Your Second Amendment rights and your right to self-defense are under attack, and we need your help to protect our Right to Keep and Bear Arms in Colorado. On Tuesday and Wednesday, House committees will hold public hearings on four different anti-gun bills—and we need YOU to show up at the state Capitol and testify against these anti-gun measures.
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February 11, 2013
Tomorrow, February 12, Senate Bill 1335 will be considered on the House floor. S.B. 1335, patroned by Senator Mark Obenshain (R-26), was reported with a substitute by the House Militia, Police and Public Safety Committee by a 16-6 vote on Friday. The amended version of this bill protects the confidentiality of all concealed handgun permit (CHP) holders in Virginia.
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February 11, 2013
The Westford Board of Selectmen is currently pursuing an extremely restrictive ordinance that would infringe on your Second Amendment rights and inhibit your inherent right to self-defense.
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February 11, 2013
Tomorrow, February 12 at 10:00 a.m., the House Education Committee is scheduled to hear House Bill 1243. If possible, please attend this important hearing in Room 137 of the State Capitol.
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February 11, 2013
On Wednesday, February 13th, the New Jersey Assembly Law and Public Safety Committee will hear more than twenty extreme anti-gun bills. These bills, which border on being some of the worst anti-gun legislation currently being considered in the United States, are attempts that will fail to prevent future crime. Past attempts at similar legislation have proven that they do not prevent crime and only punish law-abiding gun owners. If these bills pass through committee, they could be considered by the full Assembly as soon as this Thursday. You must act now!
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February 11, 2013
Tomorrow, the Indiana House of Representatives is likely to vote on House Bill 1563. Last week, HB 1563 was reported unanimously by the House Natural Resources Committee. It is time for you to contact your state Representative and respectfully urge him or her to vote in favor of HB 1563.
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February 11, 2013
During Committee of the Whole (COW) today in the state House of Representatives, a pro-hunting bill that would remove the state prohibition on hunting with sound suppressors was amended with unnecessary and crippling changes. Senate File 132, introduced by Senator Ogden Driskill (R-01), has already passed in the Senate and House Agriculture Committee by overwhelming margins. However, Representative Albert Sommers (R-20) added a last-minute amendment that would maintain the state’s ban on hunting with suppressors for all game except varmints. Please contact your state Representative and politely ask him or her to vote to remove this crippling amendment when SF 132 comes up for a final vote either tomorrow or Wednesday.
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February 11, 2013
The 2013 session of the Utah Legislature convened on January 28. The following bills have been introduced, but have not yet been assigned to a committee.
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February 11, 2013
On Friday, the House Judiciary Committee voted 13-3 to advance House Bill 77, introduced by Rep. Miguel Garcia (D-ABQ), to the Appropriations and Finance Committee. While HB 77 has undergone significant revisions over the last two weeks, NRA-ILA still opposes this measure as gun shows are not a source of firearms for criminals.
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February 10, 2013
Tomorrow, the Los Gatos Town Council will be meeting to hear public comment on whether they should impose further restrictions on stores that legally sell firearms. The topic of this meeting is due to some unsubstantiated concerns that Templar Sports Store will have safety and security issues to the surrounding neighborhood. Please attend this important meeting that will be held tomorrow at 7:00 pm at the Los Gatos Council Chambers at 110 East Main Street in Los Gatos.
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February 9, 2013
Late last night, in hopes of allowing little time for your opinions to be voiced, anti-gun legislators in Denver announced public hearings on four anti-gun bills that were introduced last Thursday.
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February 8, 2013
Today, Governor Scott Walker (R) joined NRA President David Keene and members of the NRA State Association WI-FORCE at their annual meeting in Wausau. Governor Walker took this opportunity to announce a number of policy initiatives his administration will seek to continue his unwavering support for Wisconsin’s rich hunting and sporting heritage. Speaking during a meet and greet at the WI-FORCE annual meeting, Governor Walker outlined three important goals for the coming legislative session.
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February 8, 2013
Next week, several pro-gun measures will be heard in committee. It is critical that you contact your state Representative TODAY and, using the information provided below, urge him or her to support and vote for those bills listed below.
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February 8, 2013
A bill targeting youth possession of firearms that would have unintended consequences has been introduced again this year in the Rhode Island Legislature. Although designed to combat gang violence, this legislation -- introduced annually -- would put youth hunters and target shooters in jeopardy of prosecution.
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February 8, 2013
Senate Bill 1335, patroned by Senator Mark Obenshain (R-26), was reported with a substitute by the House Militia, Police and Public Safety Committee today by a 16-6 vote. The amended version of this bill protects the confidentiality of all concealed handgun permit (CHP) holders in Virginia. S.B. 1335 will be considered on the House floor next week.
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February 8, 2013
Save the date! On February 28th, the New York State Rifle and Pistol Association (NYSRPA) will have its 2013 Lobby Day and Rally. New Yorkers are encouraged to attend to show support of your firearm freedoms in New York and your opposition to the recent back-room decisions by your state lawmakers and Governor Cuomo that dealt away your rights.
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February 8, 2013
Newport City Councilor Jeanne-Marie Napolitano has sponsored a resolution that would urge the Rhode Island Legislature and Congress to pass sweeping anti-gun legislation.
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February 8, 2013
Two anti-gun bills are scheduled to be heard by the House Judiciary Committee this Wednesday, February 13. This hearing will begin at 8:00 a.m. in House Hearing Room A of the John L. O’Brien Building in Olympia. Please attend and express your opposition to the following bills:
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February 8, 2013
Earlier this week, a comprehensive gun control package aimed at disarming and criminalizing law-abiding citizens was unveiled in Denver. While not all the proposals have been introduced, below is some of the drafted legislation that serves to punish the lawful and ignore criminals’ misuse of firearms:
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February 8, 2013
S. 308, a Restaurant Carry Bill introduced by state Senator Sean Bennett (R-38), is scheduled to be heard on Wednesday, February 13, in a Senate Judiciary Subcommittee. This critical reform will remove the prohibition on a Concealed Weapon Permit (CWP) holder carrying a concealed firearm into a restaurant licensed to serve alcohol. The permit holder would still be prohibited from consuming alcohol while in the restaurant if he or she is carrying a concealed firearm for personal protection. This hearing will be held at 10:00 AM in Room 105 of the Gressette Building located at 1101 Pendleton Street in Columbia.
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February 8, 2013
If you are a Pennsylvania resident who is carrying a concealed firearm for self-defense with a non-resident Florida Concealed Carry permit, your permit will be invalid in 120 days.
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