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Not Just Marijuana: CRS Says Hemani Could Put More Federal Gun Bans in the Crosshairs
Congressional researchers say the Supreme Court’s Hemani decision may reach beyond the marijuana gun ban and prompt lawmakers to examine other federal prohibited-person laws.
Major 2A Victory: Third Circuit Strikes Down New Jersey’s AR-15 & Magazine Bans
An en banc Third Circuit ruling invalidates New Jersey’s ban on semiautomatic rifles and magazines holding more than ten rounds. The decision creates the federal appellate split the Supreme Court will confront in Viramontes and Grant.
Second Amendment Losses Spark Gun-Ban Lawmakers’ Efforts To ‘Pack’ Supreme Court
After a string of Supreme Court decisions favoring the Second Amendment, some Democratic lawmakers are openly discussing expanding the court, raising concerns among gun-rights advocates about the future of constitutional challenges. The post Second Amendment Losses Spark Gun-Ban Lawmakers’ Effo...
Gun-Rights Groups Tell Sixth Circuit the NFA’s SBR Registry Is Unconstitutional
Four major gun-rights groups say 1.17 million registered SBRs are protected arms. Their Sixth Circuit brief argues the NFA registry rests on a 1934 drafting accident, not American history.
CA: Several Measures Advance, Will Be Considered Again Next Legislative Session
California lawmakers may have wrapped up their latest legislative session, but seven anti-gun bills remain alive and could move forward when the legislature reconvenes in August. The post CA: Several Measures Advance, Will Be Considered Again Next Legislative Session appeared first on The Truth A...
Federal Judge Lets California’s Glock Ban Stand—Without a Bruen Ruling
California’s Glock-style pistol ban remains in force after a federal judge rejected the DOJ’s emergency request, but the central Second Amendment question remains unanswered.
Kentucky Legislature Overrides Governor’s Veto: 18- to 20-Year-Olds Can Get Concealed Carry Licenses Starting July 15
FRANKFORT, KY — The fight over concealed carry licenses for young adults in Kentucky is over, and the General Assembly won. Lawmakers returned to Frankfort on April 14 and overrode Governor Andy Beshear’s veto of House Bill 312. The House voted 81 to 18 and the Senate voted 28 to 9. The b...
New Jersey Lawmakers Scramble to Defend 'Gun-Free Zones' After SCOTUS Decisions
New York’s War on the Second Amendment Escalated After Bruen
Fundamental rights are not granted by Albany. They are recognized by the Constitution and protected from government infringement. That is precisely why Bruen mattered. It reminded the nation that constitutional rights do not depend upon whether politicians approve of them.