Federal Firearms Laws

Chuck Norris: Trigger the vote!

admin — Tue, 21 Sep 2010 05:00:01 +0000

The surprise victory of Christine O’Donnell in Delaware’s Senate primary confirms what we’ve suspected all year, ever since the election of Sen. Scott Brown from Massachusetts in January. This year’s critical midterm elections are going to bring real change to Congress. And it won’t be the kind of change favored by the “hope and change” crowd — at least I hope not.
I’ve been taking every possible opportunity this year to talk about the importance of voting in these elections. In May, I visited the National Rifle Association’s Annual Meeting and talked about how just about everything — from U.N. treaties to Supreme Court decisions — are affected by the power of the vote.
Source: NRA-ILA News

More Texans carry guns

admin — Tue, 21 Sep 2010 05:00:01 +0000

Armed criminals should take notice.
Next time they try to mug someone, rob a convenience store or take a person’s car at gunpoint, the would be victim or victims also could be carrying a weapon.
A growing number of Texans have applied and are authorized to carry concealed guns, show Texas Department of Public Safety records.
Source: NRA-ILA News

Even during recession, hunting remains bulletproof industry

admin — Tue, 21 Sep 2010 05:00:01 +0000

Nationwide, spending on hunting gear is soaring, says the National Shooting Sports Foundation, which tracks hunting trends.
Companies that make, distribute or sell sporting firearms, ammunition and supplies generated $27.8 billion in economic activity in 2009, vs. $19.1 billion in 2008, says the group’s 2010 Firearms and Ammunition Industry Economic Impact Report. Those companies paid $450 million in excise taxes in 2009, up 38% from 2008, the report shows.
Source: NRA-ILA News

Arizona: Proposition would ensure right to hunt

admin — Tue, 21 Sep 2010 05:00:01 +0000

Supporters of a proposition to make hunting and fishing constitutional rights in Arizona say they’re making a pre emptive strike against any threat to what they deem long standing traditions.
Source: NRA-ILA News

Wisconsin: Donating deer a worthy decision

admin — Tue, 21 Sep 2010 05:00:01 +0000

The local Hunt for the Hungry game donation program continues to serve area residents in need, even as contributions have fallen amid a slumping economy and reduced deer harvest last year.
This laudable program kicks off its 16th year with the start of the archery deer season Saturday. As it does, we implore hunters to consider donating what they can, and applaud a new mechanism that could help increase contributions from local outdoors enthusiasts.
Source: NRA-ILA News

Puerto Rico proposes that airlines notify police when anyone imports firearms

admin — Tue, 21 Sep 2010 05:00:01 +0000

The governor of Puerto Rico is proposing legislation that would require commercial airlines to notify police every time someone imports firearms into the U.S. Caribbean territory.
Source: NRA-ILA News

Canada: Heat is on in the heart of long gun country

admin — Tue, 21 Sep 2010 05:00:01 +0000

On Wednesday, in an expected cliffhanger of a vote, Parliamentarians will decide whether a Conservative private member’s bill that proposes the long gun registry be scrapped, should itself be scrapped.
Source: NRA-ILA News

India: Want a gun? Your life depends on it

admin — Tue, 21 Sep 2010 05:00:01 +0000

If you thought getting a gun licence was a walk in the park, think again. According to police commissioner Shankar M Bidari, now one’s life should be under threat in order to apply for a licence.
Source: NRA-ILA News

Texas: In the world of guns, Rick Perry rules

admin — Sun, 19 Sep 2010 05:00:01 +0000

To no one’s surprise, Rick Perry scored the critical endorsements Thursday of the National Rifle Association and the Texas State Rifle Association at a Dallas gun store.
Source: NRA-ILA News

Kansas: Reaffirming the Right to Bear Arms

admin — Sun, 19 Sep 2010 05:00:00 +0000

This November, Kansans will have the opportunity to vote for a ballot initiative which will add a provision to the state constitution protecting the right to keep and bear arms.
Source: NRA-ILA News