Jacob Paulsen

Polis Signs Controversial Gun Control Bill—A Blow to Law-Abiding Citizens

By Jacob Paulsen / April 10, 2025

Colorado Governor Jared Polis has signed SB25-003 into law, imposing permits, training, and background checks for semi-auto firearm purchases—sparking backlash and likely legal challenges.

Your Secret Weapon as an Instructor: The Firearm Trainer’s Podcast

By Jacob Paulsen / April 8, 2025

The Firearm Trainer’s Podcast is a must-listen for part-time and full-time instructors, covering topics from teaching tips to business growth, marketing, and industry trends—all tailored for firearm educators.

Justice Department Ends ATF’s Crackdown on Gun Stores

By Jacob Paulsen / April 7, 2025

The DOJ has repealed the ATF’s zero-tolerance policy for gun dealers, easing pressure on FFLs and marking a major win for gun owners and small firearms businesses.

Which to Buy: Streamlight Wedge Slim VS XT Models

By Jacob Paulsen / April 4, 2025

Streamlight’s Wedge XT and Slim offer distinct EDC options—XT is compact with dual brightness and a tail switch, while Slim is brighter, larger, and uses a side dial control.

South Carolina House Bill 3930: Fighting Back Against Financial Discrimination of the Second Amendment

By Jacob Paulsen / April 4, 2025

South Carolina H.3930 blocks financial tracking of gun purchases via merchant codes, defending Second Amendment rights from backdoor corporate surveillance.

Federal Bill Proposes Prohibiting The Taxation of Guns and Ammunition

By Jacob Paulsen / April 2, 2025

The Freedom from Unfair Gun Taxes Act aims to block states from imposing excise taxes on firearms and ammo, defending Second Amendment rights from financial barriers.

Arkansas Law Now Requires Gun Education In Schools

By Jacob Paulsen / April 1, 2025

Arkansas now requires K-12 gun safety education in schools—a major win for common-sense safety, parental rights, and normalizing responsible firearm awareness.

Second Amendment Foundation Files Lawsuit Challenging CO’s Excise Tax on Guns

By Jacob Paulsen / April 1, 2025

The first in what I expect to be several legal challenges to laws previously passed and those about to be passed has been filed. The Second Amendment Foundation has a long history of challenging tyrants and those that would attempt to illegally limit our rights.

Colorado Gun Law Changes and Proposals – April 1st Update

By Jacob Paulsen / March 31, 2025

A summary of the gun control laws passed last year and the bills being proposed this year in Colorado. Why you should be upset and what action you need to take.

Governor Youngkin Vetoes Gun Control Bills, Defends Second Amendment Rights in Virginia

By Jacob Paulsen / March 28, 2025

Governor Youngkin vetoes multiple gun control bills, protecting Virginians’ Second Amendment rights and earning praise from pro-gun advocates.

Hundreds Rally Against Assault Weapons Ban at Rhode Island State House

By Jacob Paulsen / March 28, 2025

Hundreds of Second Amendment supporters, wearing yellow shirts, gathered outside the Rhode Island State House in Providence to rally against an assault weapons ban. The demonstration featured a speech from the bill’s sponsor, who acknowledged that the measure was overly broad.

Supreme Court Deals Major Blow to Gun Rights Re: Ghost Guns

By Jacob Paulsen / March 28, 2025

The Supreme Court’s decision in Garland v. VanDerStok upholds ATF ghost gun rules, expanding federal power and dealing a major blow to Second Amendment rights and gun owners.

A Tale of Two Driveway Shootings

By Jacob Paulsen / March 27, 2025

Two similar “driveway shootings” show starkly different outcomes—one homeowner shoots a suspect, another is wounded—highlighting the risks of confronting criminals.

House Committee Advances Bill to Recognize Concealed Carry Rights Nationwide

By Jacob Paulsen / March 26, 2025

The Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act advances, aiming to ensure nationwide concealed carry rights regardless of local laws, sparking hope and debate.

South Dakota: New Law Expands Gun Rights and School Campus Carry

By Jacob Paulsen / March 25, 2025

In a major win for gun rights advocates, South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden has signed House Bill 1222 and SB 100 into law, strengthening the right to carry and enhancing…