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SCOTUS Declines to Hear Two Major Second Amendment Cases, Frustrating Gun Rights Advocates

By Jacob Paulsen / June 3, 2025

The U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear two major Second Amendment cases, frustrating gun rights advocates but signaling a potential future ruling on AR-15 and magazine bans.

Gun Storage Week – A Reminder to Properly Secure Your Firearms

By Jacob Paulsen / June 3, 2025

Gun Storage Awareness Week is a timely reminder for responsible firearm owners to store guns securely. Learn why proper storage matters and how to do it right.

24 State Attorneys General Urge Congress to Pass National Concealed Carry Reciprocity

By Jacob Paulsen / June 2, 2025

A coalition of 24 state attorneys general has urged Congress to pass H.R. 38, the Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act, arguing it protects lawful gun owners while respecting states’ rights and public safety.

New Hampshire Grants Legal Shield to Gunmakers Amid SIG Sauer P320 Controversy

By Jacob Paulsen / May 30, 2025

New Hampshire passes HB 381, shielding gunmakers like SIG Sauer from design-based lawsuits. Critics cite rushed legislation with no public input amid ongoing P320 controversy.

Washington’s New Gun Control Law Creates Permit-To-Purchase System and De Facto Registry

By Jacob Paulsen / May 27, 2025

Washington’s new gun law, HB 1163, creates a permit-to-purchase system, mandates live-fire training, and imposes heavy burdens on gun buyers and dealers—raising serious Second Amendment concerns.

Will State Laws Make Suppressors Illegal If the NFA Is Repealed?

By Jacob Paulsen / May 27, 2025

Earlier this month, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a major pro-Second Amendment provision that would remove suppressors from the National Firearms Act (NFA). This potential reclassification would treat suppressors…

Suppressors Out of the NFA? The House Says Yes—Thanks to Gun Owner Pressure

By Jacob Paulsen / May 23, 2025

The U.S. House recently passed the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” which, after significant advocacy from gun owners, was amended to remove suppressors from the National Firearms Act (NFA), marking a pivotal moment in Second Amendment rights.

DOJ Retreats in Forced Reset Trigger Fight — What Gun Owners Need to Know

By Jacob Paulsen / May 20, 2025

The DOJ just backed down in the fight over forced reset triggers. Here’s what the landmark settlement means for gun owners, the ATF, and future 2A battles.

Arizona Governor Vetoes 4 Pro-Gun Bills — Are You Okay With That?

By Jacob Paulsen / May 19, 2025

Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs just vetoed four major pro-gun bills—including campus carry, suppressor legalization, and financial privacy protections. Are Arizona gun owners okay with this erosion of their rights?

Oklahoma Enacts HB2818: A Win for Defensive Gun Rights

By Jacob Paulsen / May 18, 2025

Oklahoma just expanded legal protections for gun owners who use or display a firearm in self-defense. HB2818 is a big win for common-sense carry rights. Here’s what changed.

Tennessee Formalizes Concealed Carry Rights for 18–20-Year-Olds

By Jacob Paulsen / May 14, 2025

Tennessee has officially lowered the age to obtain a handgun carry permit from 21 to 18, aligning state law with a 2023 federal court ruling. Here’s what the change means—and how it reflects the state’s stance on gun rights.

Washington Supreme Court Upholds Magazine Ban — A Direct Attack on Gun Rights

By Jacob Paulsen / May 9, 2025

Washington’s Supreme Court just upheld the 10-round magazine ban — calling magazines “not arms.” We disagree. This ruling weakens the Second Amendment and won’t save lives. Here’s what it means and why it matters.

Minnesota Expands Reciprocity: 14 New States Honored

By Jacob Paulsen / May 6, 2025

Minnesota just expanded its concealed carry reciprocity list, now honoring permits from 14 more states. Learn what changed, how a major court ruling played a role, and what it means for traveling gun owners.

Legal Adults, Limited Rights: The Second Amendment Fight for 18–20-Year-Olds

By Jacob Paulsen / May 5, 2025

Should 18-year-olds have full gun rights? As courts and lawmakers clash, the fate of young adults’ Second Amendment protections hangs in the balance. Explore the key rulings and laws reshaping the national debate in 2025.

DOJ Defends Second Amendment in Supreme Court Brief

By Jacob Paulsen / May 3, 2025

Harmeet Dhillon, the new head of the DOJ Civil Rights Division, says her office will defend the Second Amendment—challenging restrictive state gun laws as civil rights violations. Could this mark a new era in federal gun rights enforcement?