An Illinois law banning the sale and use of “bump stocks” and other devices that increase the firing power of semiautomatic weapons remains in place despite the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision last week striking down…
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GOP Senator Blocks Dem Rush to Pass Legislation to Ban Bump Stocks
Well, we knew this was coming. Barely had the echo of the gavel banging in the Supreme Court died down after the Court ruled 6-3 to strike down the Trump-era bump stock ban supported by…
Biden Speak: Proof That A Lie Told Often Enough Still Doesn’t Make It The Truth
While there are very few things to admire about President Joe Biden, his persistence—especially when it comes to schemes that would cripple and hurt gun owners, gun makers and gun sellers—is nothing short of impressive….
Punitive Gun Storage Measure On The Move In California
California gun owners could face a restrictive—and arguably unconstitutional—new firearms storage law if some anti-gun Democrats in the state assembly get their way. A measure requiring guns to be stored where they are inaccessible for…
Maine Group Set To Fight New 3-Day Waiting Period Law
The pro-gun group Gun Owners of Maine is preparing to fight the state’s newly implemented three-day waiting period in court, but that fight is going to take money. Back in April, anti-gun lawmakers in the…
U.S. Rep. Introduces Measure To Ban Gas-Operated Semi-Autos
It will probably come as no surprise to most TTAG readers that a gun-ban advocate in the U.S. Congress has once again introduced a measure to ban many semi-automatic rifles used commonly and legally for…
Firearm Storage Requirements Set to Become Law in Rhode Island
Rhode Island lawmakers have passed a new bill that mandates the safe storage of firearms, which is now awaiting Governor Daniel McKee’s signature, expected later this week. The legislation, approved on Thursday, requires that all…
Signs, Signs, Everywhere a Sign: New York to Require Gun Sellers to Hang Signs Saying Guns Are Dangerous
New York State gun stores will soon be required to post warning signs on the premises that basically say having a firearm in your home is harmful to your health and others. This is yet…
Several 2A Wins & One Loss In Minnesota
While the Minnesota state legislature recently adjourned with nearly every gun control measure failing, Gov. Tim Walz has signed a measure relating to triggers that make it easier to fire more rapidly. HF 5247, the 1,494-page omnibus…
Vermont Governor Declines to Veto Ghost Gun Ban
Republican Governor Phil Scott in Vermont has earned the ire of Green Mountain State gun owners as he passively allowed a so-called “ghost gun” bill to become law without his signature. While he didn’t sign…