10 Mar 2010
On Wednesday, March 10, the Virginia State Senate passed the four pro-gun bills (HB109, HB505, HB885, and HB1191) which will now head to Governor Bob McDonnell (R) for his consideration.
10 Mar 2010
On Wednesday, March 10, thanks to pro-gun State Representative Jeff Duncan (R-15), House Bill 4220 was recalled from the House Ways and Means Committee, and placed on the calendar for a floor vote tomorrow, March 11. This bill, introduced by State Representative Mike Pitts (R-14), would permanently establish the tax holiday on firearms sales on the weekend following Thanksgiving, which is known as the Second Amendment Weekend. Please contact your State Representative and urge him or her to support H. 4220. Contact information can be found by clicking here. The South Carolina State House cancelled most post-adjournment committee meetings, including the House Judiciary General Laws Sub-Committee. After being previously removed from the calendar, House Bill 3994 is still in search of a hearing date and needs your help.
10 Mar 2010
On Wednesday, March 10 the House Judiciary Criminal Practice Sub-Committee passed House Bill 3125 by a vote of 4-2. This legislation will now be heard by the House Judiciary Committee.
10 Mar 2010
As session continues in Phoenix, numerous NRA-supported bills continue to move forward. Legislation that has seen recent action, at various stages, include Arizonaβs Right to Hunt and Fish constitutional amendment (HCR 2008), advances in concealed carry reform (HB 2347, SB 1102), and preemption reform (HB 2543).
10 Mar 2010
10 Mar 2010
Yesterday, Tuesday, March 9, the Alabama Senate passed House Bill 330 by a vote of 34-0. HB330 now heads to the desk of Governor Bob Riley (R) for his consideration.
9 Mar 2010
9 Mar 2010
On Wednesday, March 10, two anti-gun bills are scheduled to be heard by the Crime Victims/Criminal Records Sub-Committee at 12:00 p.m. These bills have been vigorously and loudly opposed by NRA members and pro-firearm advocates but they are being heard at the request of their sponsor, anti-gun State Representative, Michael Paymar (DFL-64B).
9 Mar 2010
9 Mar 2010
On Monday, March 22, the Borough Council of Hatboro will vote on a resolution that would recommend to the State Legislature that it pass legislation requiring gun-owners to report lost or stolen firearms or face possible fines and imprisonment.