No compromise gun rights groups calls on Governor Henry McMaster to rescind his endorsements of several state legislators Columbia, SC – The National Association for Gun Rights and their affiliated state group Palmetto Gun Rights (PGR) is calling on Governor Henry...
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NAGR Opposes Gun Control Bill in House Judiciary Committee
The House Judiciary Committee is set to vote on a package of gun control bills during a special markup meeting this Thursday Today, the House Judiciary Committee scheduled a special markup for June 2nd to debate and vote on a gun control bill in the wake of the...
National Association for Gun Rights Statement on Uvalde, TX tragedy
Today, a horrific act of evil was carried out by a deranged murderer in Uvalde, TX. Innocent children and adults were left defenseless against a madman because we refuse to protect our children while at school. Every day law-abiding citizens use firearms to...
Gun Rights PAC Endorses Priscilla Giddings for Idaho Lieutenant Governor
The National Association for Gun Rights Political Action Committee (NAGR-PAC) is endorsing Priscilla Giddings for Idaho Lieutenant Governor. “The National Association for Gun Rights PAC is proud to endorse Priscilla Giddings for election as Idaho’s Lieutenant...
South Carolina Senator Shane Martin Receives National Association for Gun Rights Award
Columbia, SC - National Association for Gun Rights (NAGR) President Dudley Brown, along with state affiliate Palmetto Gun Rights (PGR), awarded Senator Shane Martin the .50 Caliber Freedom Award for his staunch defense of the Second Amendment.“During his service in...
Indiana Representative John Jacob to Receive .50 Caliber Freedom Award
National Association for Gun Rights honoring pro-gun Representative for his work defending and restoring the Second Amendment in Indiana The National Association for Gun Rights (NAGR) and its state affiliate, Hoosier Gun Rights (HGR), are set to hold an award ceremony...
NAGR opposes homemade firearm ban and nomination of Steve Dettelbach to ATF Director
Washington D.C. – On Monday, President Joe Biden announced Steve Dettelbach as his nominee to become the permanent director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF). Dettelbach will have to be confirmed by the U.S. Senate before taking the...
Constitutional Carry on Governor Brian Kemp’s Desk
Atlanta, GA – Senate Bill 319, Georgia’s Constitutional Carry bill, passed the Senate 34-22 today and is headed to Governor Brian Kemp’s desk for signature.“This is a great day for gun owners as fully half of the states in America will have restored the constitutional...
Gov. DeSantis Calls for Special Session to Pass Constitutional Carry
Florida Gun Rights supports the call for a special session and the restoration of the right to keep and bear arms Tallahassee, FL – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis called on the Florida Legislature to hold a special session in April and pass Constitutional Carry into...
NAGR-PAC Endorses Eric Schmitt for U.S. Senate
NAGR-PAC Endorses Eric Schmitt for U.S. Senate The National Association for Gun Rights Political Action Committee is endorsing current Missouri Attorney General Eric Schmitt for the U.S. Senate."The National Association for Gun Rights PAC is proud to endorse Eric...
Special Legislative Session Needed to Pass Constitutional Carry
Florida Gun Rights is calling on Gov. DeSantis to call a special session in order to pass Constitutional Carry Tallahassee, FL -- Florida Gun Rights, the state affiliate of the National Association for Gun Rights, is urging Governor Ron DeSantis to call for a special...
Constitutional Carry Signed into Law in Indiana
Gov. Eric Holcomb signed HEA 1296 into law today Indianapolis, IN – Today, Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb signed into law HEA 1296, Indiana’s Constitutional Carry bill, making Indiana the third state to pass Constitutional Carry legislation in 2022. “This is a...
Constitutional Carry on Gov. Kay Ivey’s Desk
Montgomery, AL – House Bill 272, Alabama’s Constitutional Carry bill, passed successfully out of conference committee which removed anti-gun amendments that put passage of the bill in danger. It will now head to the desk of Governor Kay Ivey for her signature.“This is...
Anti-gun “Violence Against Women Act” Included in Omnibus Spending Bill
Washington, D.C. – Sources on Capitol Hill confirm that Sen. Chuck Schumer and Speaker Nancy Pelosi included the Violence Against Women Act in the larger omnibus spending package which needs to pass soon in order to avoid a government shutdown.“Make no mistake – the...
National Association for Gun Rights Celebrates the Passage of Constitutional Carry out of Indiana Legislature
After a nearly ten year battle, HB 1296 is going to the Governor to sign Indianapolis, IN – The National Association for Gun Rights and its state affiliate Hoosier Gun Rights celebrated the passage of HB 1296, Constitutional Carry, out of the legislature late...
Gov. Holcomb Refuses to Support Constitutional Carry Legislation
Indianapolis, IN – Yesterday, Gov. Eric Holcomb refused to support Constitutional Carry legislation in Indiana. Holcomb supported police Superintendent Douglas Carter who opposes Constitutional Carry, but would not confirm if he agrees with Carters total...
Governor DeSantis “Put it (Constitutional Carry) on my desk and I’ll sign it”
Panama City, FL –At a press conference today, Governor Ron DeSantis was asked about his stance on proposed Constitutional Carry legislation in Florida. His response was swift: “Put it on my desk and I’ll sign it.” (full press conference) “We’re thrilled that Governor...
National Association for Gun Rights Opposes all of Joe Biden’s State of the Union Gun Control Schemes
During the State of the Union address last night, President Joe Biden took time to attack the Second Amendment and called for numerous gun control policies designed to restrict legal firearms ownership in America. “Joe Biden is an enemy of law-abiding gun owners...
National Association for Gun Rights Urges Ohio House to Restore Original Bill Text of SB 215
Columbus, OH – Today, the Ohio House Government Oversight Committee passed two anti-gun amendments which are now included in the text of Senate Bill 215 -- Ohio’s Constitutional Carry bill. One amendment now allows law enforcement officers to “Stop and Frisk”...
New Gun Control Group Eyes Anti-gun Ballot Provisions in 2024
End Gun Violence Michigan will promote numerous gun controls in the next two years Lansing, MI – A group named End Gun Violence Michigan has formed an exploratory committee to promote various forms of gun control, aiming to get them on the ballot during the 2024...
Republican Leader Mike Shirkey Caves to Anti-gun Demands
Sen. Mike Shirkey to hold hearings on “Red Flag” gun confiscation legislation while stonewalling pro-gun bills Lansing, MI – Republican Senate Leader Mike Shirkey has promised Senate Democrats that their “Red Flag” gun confiscation bill will soon receive a hearing in...
National Association for Gun Rights Urges the Passage of Senate Bill 215
Columbus, OH – The National Association of Gun Rights is urging the Ohio House of Representatives to pass Senate Bill 215 – Constitutional Carry. Introduced by Sen. Terry Johnson, SB 215 passed out of the Senate by a 23-8 vote on December 15 of last year. “Senate Bill...
Gun Rights Group Renews Call for Clean Constitutional Carry Legislation
Montgomery, AL – As lawmakers return to Montgomery for the 2022 Regular Session, the National Association for Gun Rights is renewing its call for Alabama lawmakers to pass a clean Constitutional Carry bill with no anti-gun amendments. “While it seems there is appetite...
Gun Rights Group Honors State Rep. Bryan Slaton with .50 Caliber Freedom Award
Richardson, TX – Texas Gun Rights Executive Director Chris McNutt presented State Representative Bryan Slaton (R-HD 2) with the .50 Caliber Freedom Award for his commitment to protecting the right to keep and bear arms in Texas. “State Representative Bryan Slaton has...
Anti-Gun “Gag Act” Legislation Defeated in Virginia General Assembly
Richmond, VA – After passing out of the House Privileges and Elections Subcommittee by a 7-1 vote, the anti-gun and anti-free speech “Gag Act” bill (HB 500) was defeated after Republican bill sponsor Tim Anderson pulled his legislation from further consideration. “On...
National Association for Gun Rights Files Lawsuit Against the City of San Jose
Loveland, CO – The National Association for Gun Rights, in conjunction with its legal arm the National Foundation for Gun Rights, has filed a lawsuit against the City of San Jose, the San Jose City Council, and Jennifer Maguire, the City Manager of San Jose. The...
Governor Ricketts Promises to Sign Constitutional Carry in to Law
National Association for Gun Rights testifies in support of Constitutional Carry Lincoln, NE – Last week during the Governor’s Forum at SHOT Show in Las Vegas, NV, Governor Pete Ricketts said he would sign Constitutional Carry legislation into law if it made it to his...
NAGR-PAC Seeking Primary Challenger for Sen. Liz Brown
Indianapolis, IN – The National Association for Gun Rights Political Action Committee is actively recruiting primary challengers to run against and unseat Republican Indiana State Senator Liz Brown in 2022. “Sen. Brown is your typical gun hating RINO and it’s time for...
Over 35,000 Citizen Petitions Urging the Passage of Constitutional Carry Delivered in Montgomery
Montgomery, AL – Today, National Association for Gun Rights staff and volunteers hand delivered more than 35,000 citizen petitions to lawmakers in Montgomery, urging them to pass pro-gun Constitutional Carry legislation in 2022. “The people of Alabama are sending a...
National Association for Gun Rights Calls for Indiana Senate to Pass Constitutional Carry
Indianapolis, IN — The National Association for Gun Rights is calling on the Indiana State Senate to quickly pass Constitutional Carry and send it to Governor Eric Holcomb’s desk for approval. “Thanks to the expedient and bipartisan passage of Constitutional Carry...
Constitutional Carry Bills Filed in Montgomery with Record Support
Montgomery, AL – At least 40 State Representatives in Alabama are now on record supporting pro-gun Constitutional Carry legislation after cosponsoring Rep. Andrew Sorrell’s House Bill 44, and Rep. Shane Stringer’s House Bill 66. In the Senate, two more Constitutional...
National Association for Gun Rights Calls for Indiana Lawmakers to Pass Constitutional Carry
Indianapolis, IN — The National Association for Gun Rights is calling on Indiana lawmakers to pass Constitutional Carry legislation during 2022 legislative session.House Bill 1077, Constitutional Carry, was adopted by a 9-3 vote by the Committee on Public Policy on...
National Association for Gun Rights Calls for Constitutional Carry Legislation in Georgia
Atlanta, GA — The National Association for Gun Rights is calling on lawmakers to ensure clean Constitutional Carry legislation passes in Georgia during the 2022 legislative session. “The National Association for Gun Rights and our members want to see a clean, quality...
National Association for Gun Rights Launches Campaign to Expose Anti-gun Sheriffs
Montgomery, AL – The National Association for Gun Rights launched a grassroots political campaign on Wednesday, exposing the deception of Alabama sheriffs who are lobbying lawmakers in Montgomery to oppose Constitutional Carry legislation in 2022. “It’s sad that...
National Association for Gun Rights Opposes Biden Administration’s revival of Obama era gun control rule
Washington, D.C. – On Monday, the Department of Justice called for a new rule to be administered through the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives requiring additional gun storage regulations for Federal Firearms Licensed gun dealers.The National...
National Association for Gun Rights Opposes Dangerous Mandatory Lock Up Your Gun Legislation
Washington, D.C. – Yesterday, Rep. Elissa Slotkin (D-MI) introduced the “Safe Guns, Safe Kids Act” which forces law-abiding gun owners to lock up all firearms in a home if minor children are present. Failure to do so could result in up to five years of jail...
New Violence Against Women Act Legislation Contains Gun Control Which Harms Vulnerable Women
Sen. Joni Ernst is working with the Biden administration to pass legislation which will leave vulnerable women defenseless Washington, D.C. – Republican Senator Joni Ernst cut a deal with the Biden administration to pass a newly drafted version of the Violence...
National Foundation for Gun Rights sends Cease and Desist letter to Gov. Newsom
Loveland, CO – The National Foundation for Gun Rights is demanding that California Governor Gavin Newsom and Attorney General Rob Bonta back down from their new legislative proposal which is designed to nullify the Second Amendment in California, and to create an...
Gun Rights in Danger as McConnell and Schumer Work to End Legislative Filibuster
Gun Rights in Danger as McConnell and Schumer Work to End Legislative FilibusterMitch McConnell and Chuck Schumer are working to end the legislative filibuster in a “one time” process in order to raise the debt ceiling Washington, D.C. – In an effort to raise...
Governor DeSantis Agrees to Sign Constitutional Carry
Tallahassee, FL – At a political event over the weekend, Governor Ron DeSantis verbally pledged his support for Constitutional Carry if the Florida Legislature sends the bill to his desk for his signature. “We’re thrilled that Governor DeSantis has pledged his support...
New York Times Reporter Leaves Threatening Voicemail
Erin Marquis, editor for Wirecutter and reporter for the New York Times leaves threatening voicemail in response to press release Washington, D.C. – Today, the National Association for Gun Rights state affiliate Great Lakes Gun Rights received a threatening...
Kyle Rittenhouse Cleared On All Charges
Loveland, CO – Today, the jury in the Kyle Rittenhouse trial cleared Kyle of all charges against him, confirming that Kyle acted in self-defense against violent attackers during the Kenosha, WI riots in 2020. “Today, the American justice system worked as designed,...
NAGR Opposes Solicitor General Nominee Elizabeth Prelogar
Washington, D.C. – The National Association for Gun Rights is opposing the nomination of Elizabeth Prelogar to the office of Solicitor General."Elizabeth Prelogar represented radical gun control group ‘Everytown’ and clerked for anti-gun Justices Ruth Bader Ginsburg...
NAGR-PAC endorses Josh Mandel for U.S. Senate
NAGR-PAC endorses Josh Mandel for U.S. Senate The National Association for Gun Rights Political Action Committee is endorsing former Ohio Treasurer and State Representative Josh Mandel, in the U.S. Senate race in Ohio."The National Association for Gun Rights PAC is...
Top Florida Republicans Support Removing Gun Permit Requirements
Top Florida Republicans Support Removing Gun Permit Requirements FL Senate Majority Leader says legislature “will probably” consider Constitutional Carry next session Tallahassee, FL – In an effort to drum up support for Constitutional Carry in the 2022 legislative...
David Chipman Nomination Withdrawn from U.S. Senate
David Chipman Nomination Withdrawn from U.S. SenateGrassroots gun owners successfully defeat anti-gun David Chipman and his quest to head ATF Washington, D.C. – This morning, the White House and anti-gun Democrats admitted defeat and withdrew the nomination of David...
Bill To Repeal “Red Flag” Gun Confiscation Law Filed In Florida Legislature
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 27, 2021Contact NAGR Press RoomTel. 970-460-9010Email: pressdept@nagrhq.org Florida Gun Rights endorses efforts to eliminate gun control Tallahassee, FL – Today State Rep Anthony Sabatini has filed a bill to repeal the disastrous “Red...
NAGR Calls on Speaker to Strip Dem. State Rep. Ted James of Chairmanship
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 2, 2021 Contact NAGR Press RoomTel. 970-460-9010Email: pressdept@nagrhq.org NAGR Calls on Speaker Schexnayder to Strip Democrat State Rep. Ted James of Committee Chairmanship Anti-gun Democrat Ted James should be removed from committee...
NAGR Denounces LA State Senators Who Abandon Constitutional Carry
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 20, 2021 Contact NAGR Press RoomTel. 970-460-9010Email: pressdept@nagrhq.org NAGR Denounces State Senators Who Abandon Support for Constitutional Carry During Veto Override Session SB 118 fails to overcome Gov. Edwards veto due to Senators...
NAGR Calls on Louisiana Legislature to Override Governor’s Constitutional Carry Veto
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 8, 2021 Contact NAGR Press RoomTel. 970-460-9010Email: pressdept@nagrhq.org National Association for Gun Rights Calls on Louisiana Legislature to Override Governor’s Constitutional Carry Veto Baton Rouge, LA – In the...