[ad_1] Southlake Families, a political action committee that says it is “unapologetically rooted in Judeo-Christian values,” is claiming victory for the outcome of Saturday’s city and school board elections. Every candidate backed by the group, which has raised more than $200,000 since last summer, according to an NBC report, won with about 70% of the
[ad_1] The U.S. Trustee’s office is calling for the dismissal of the National Rifle Association’s (NRA) bankruptcy filing or for the appointment of an outside monitor, a further hit to the gun rights organization amid scrutiny into its financial practices. Attorney Lisa Lambert from the U.S. Trustee’s office, the division of the Department of Justice
[ad_1] The NRA’s efforts to depart New York and reincorporate Texas has hit a potentially fatal snag, according to a new report from The Washington Post. Though the gun lobby is headquartered in Fairfax, Va., it has long been incorporated in New York. Last August, New York’s democratic attorney general, Letitia James, sued to dissolve
[ad_1] The New York Times gave the full investigative treatment to defend an intrusive government agency, the poor, downtrodden Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF), which enforces U.S. gun laws. The investigation made Monday’s front page: “How the Firearms Lobby Hamstrings the A.T.F.” The Second Amendment was left unmentioned in the long investigation about gun rights,
[ad_1] Earlier today, we alerted you that anti-gun legislation, Senate Bill 554, was scheduled for a vote next month. Your NRA-ILA has learned that the vote for this extreme gun control measure has been prioritized and will occur TOMORROW! It is extremely important that NRA Members and Second Amendment supporters contact their State Senator immediately
[ad_1] Last week, House Bill 3094, the open carry bill, received a favorable report from the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee and the Senate then pulled it to the floor. Now, there’s a chance to add a constitutional carry amendment to it. Please contact your state senator and ask them to SUPPORT a constitutional carry amendment to
[ad_1] FRISCO, Texas (CBSDFW.COM) – Governor Greg Abbott expressed confidence Tuesday, May 4 that the Texas legislature will pass a permit-less or constitutional-carry bill this session. “I think it can get across the finish line.” He said last week he would sign the legislation if it arrives at his desk. READ MORE: 2 People Shot
[ad_1] DALLAS (CBSDFW.COM/CNN) — The National Rifle Association’s bankruptcy trial is wrapping up in Texas. Some say the gun-rights group is abusing the legal system to avoid being held accountable for their mismanagement. Others argue the NRA wants to move from New York to Texas to reorganize out of Chapter 11. For nearly a month,
[ad_1] The Los Angeles Times editorial board is asking Americans to urge their Senators to support gun control. The publication is specifically focused on the two gun control bills passed by the House of Representatives in early March. One of those is the universal background check legislation, put forward by Rep. Mike Thompson (D-CA), and the
[ad_1] Tomorrow, the Senate Judiciary Committee will hear Assembly Bill 42, to expand prohibited persons in Nevada. Please contact committee members and ask them to oppose AB 42, or AMEND the bill to not expand the scope of prohibited persons beyond federal law. Assembly Bill 42 is a bill that, on its face, focuses on the procedural process
[ad_1] On June 5, the Oregon Senate will hold a concurrence vote on anti-gun legislation, Senate Bill 554. Following its questionable advancement and amendments with little to no time for public input, it is imperative that NRA Members and Second Amendment supporters contact their State Senator and ask them to OPPOSE Senate Bill 554. Senate
[ad_1] Two anti-gun measures, House Bill 1298 and House Bill 1299, have been scheduled for committee hearings tomorrow and Friday, respectively. Please click the below “Take Action” buttons and ask committee members to OPPOSE House Bill 1298 and House Bill 1299. House Bill 1298 allows for the indefinite delay of firearm transfers. Current state law allows licensed
[ad_1] Tomorrow, May 5, the Criminal Justice & Public Safety Committee will hold public hearings on several pro-gun bills. It is critical that committee members hear from NRA members and Second Amendment supporters. Please act now! Contact members of the Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee and ask them to SUPPORT LDs 884, 1179, and 1286.
[ad_1] (Rick Egan | The Salt Lake Tribune) Around 100 people waved flags and listened to speeches during a 2nd amendment rally in front of the Utah Capitol on Saturday, March 27, 2021. By Frank Fish | The Public Forum | May 4, 2021, 12:00 p.m. More column inches are probably used in our newspapers
[ad_1] Next Tuesday, May 11, at 2:00pm, the Senate State, Veterans, and Military Affairs Committee is scheduled to consider anti-gun legislation, Senate Bill 256. Please contact committee members and ask them to OPPOSE this anti-preemption measure. Senate Bill 256 repeals Colorado’s preemption law that prevents localities from passing their own gun control. This law has ensured that
[ad_1] The National Rifle Association’s bankruptcy filing should be dismissed because it was part of a brazen attempt to escape legitimate oversight in the NRA’s home state of New York, a lawyer for the state said Monday during closing arguments in a trial. Its Chapter 11 filing in January is a “poster child of bankruptcy
[ad_1] ^ I Support Local Community Journalism Support the independent voice of Houston and help keep the future of Houston Press free. Until just a few days ago, it looked like the legislative push to allow Texans to carry handguns without permits was on life support after Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said a Texas House-backed
[ad_1] By Jeff Gross, opinion On Monday, April 26th the US Supreme Court (SCOTUS) took a stand to decide whether the Second Amendment extends outside the home. In 2008 and 2010 SCOTUS ruled that citizens have the right to own firearms and that it applies also to the states. In 2008 SCOTUS also ruled that requiring
[ad_1] Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) on Sunday delivered a speech to a group of left-wing supporters in Louisville, Kentucky, where he contrasted the radical left’s vision for the country with the agenda presented by Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY), contending the country is currently drifting toward anarchy and authoritarianism while outlining the need for
[ad_1] A lawyer for New York Attorney General Letitia James argued a United States bankruptcy judge should reject the National Rifle Association’s Chapter 11 filing to ‘prevent bankruptcy from becoming a haven for wrongdoers’. The National Rifle Association’s bankruptcy filing was part of a brazen attempt to escape legitimate oversight in the NRA’s home state
[ad_1] Here’s what you need to know: Attorney General Merrick Garland, during his confirmation hearing in February, is expected to ask for more money for the work of the Justice Department.Credit…Stefani Reynolds for The New York Times Attorney General Merrick B. Garland told lawmakers on Tuesday that the Justice Department needs more money for Biden
[ad_1] Here’s what you need to know: Attorney General Merrick Garland, during his confirmation hearing in February, is expected to ask for more money for the work of the Justice Department.Credit…Stefani Reynolds for The New York Times Attorney General Merrick B. Garland is expected to tell lawmakers on Tuesday that the Justice Department needs more
[ad_1] Here’s what you need to know: Harka Gurung and her 8-year-old daughter, Eden, are part of a family from Bhutan who moved to Columbus, Ohio, from a refugee camp in Nepal.Credit…Martha Irvine/Associated Press President Biden reversed himself on Monday and said he would allow as many as 62,500 refugees to enter the United States
[ad_1] An ABC News/ Washington Post survey released on April 28th has several interesting findings, but the takeaways aren’t limited to specific datapoints. The survey, the results, and the media coverage demonstrate that so-called “gun violence” prevention is “just” – spoiler alert – gun control and that the duplicitous efforts to advance gun control efforts have
[ad_1] Fairfax, Va. – The National Rifle Association today applauded the Kansas Legislature’s veto override of House Bill 2058, common sense self-defense legislation that was vetoed by Governor Kelly last month. This bill improves the ability of law-abiding gun owners to protect themselves and their families. “The Kansas state legislature choose to protect the constitutional
[ad_1] Today, the Arizona Senate concurred with the House’s amendments to Senate Bill 1382, to protect Second Amendment rights from frivolous lawsuits and to ensure that access to the Second Amendment remains protected during emergencies. It now goes to Governor Doug Ducey for his signature. Please contact Gov. Ducey and ask him to sign SB
[ad_1] ALBANY — Gun rights activists are hoping a New York legal battle headed to the nation’s highest court will determine whether residents have the same right to concealed carry permits as people in 42 other states with less restrictive firearms laws. Gov. Andrew Cuomo and other proponents of stringent gun control statutes are hoping
[ad_1] Today, the Kansas Senate and House successfully overrode Governor Laura Kelly’s veto of pro-gun omnibus legislation, House Bill 2058. The measure now becomes law without the Governor’s signature and will go into effect on July 1st. Proposed by Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt, House Bill 2058 does the following: Recognizes all out-of-state concealed carry permits, and allows those
[ad_1] Here’s what you need to know: Harka Gurung and her 8-year-old daughter, Eden, are part of a family from Bhutan who moved to Columbus, Ohio, from a refugee camp in Nepal.Credit…Martha Irvine/Associated Press President Biden reversed himself on Monday and said he would allow as many as 62,500 refugees to enter the United States
[ad_1] This week, multiple pro-gun bills could be considered in the Louisiana House. Of those measures, concealed carry legislation, House Bill 124, is officially scheduled to be voted on tomorrow. NRA Members and Second Amendment supporters are encouraged to contact their State Representative and ask them to SUPPORT Senate Bill 118, House Bill 596, and House