DOVER, DE – In a move that has sparked considerable debate, Governor John Carney signed into law a new bill requiring individuals to obtain a permit and complete gun safety training before purchasing a handgun in Delaware. This law, known as the ‘permit to purchase’ bill, is seen by many as an infringement on the Second Amendment rights of law-abiding…
TRENTON, NJ – A Mercer County man was arrested Friday night after he posted threats online to kill white people, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced. Joshua Cobb, 23, of Trenton, was charged with transmitting a threat in interstate and foreign commerce. According to the criminal complaint, on December 17, 2022, Cobb posted a message on social media stating his…
BATON ROUGE, LA – A controversial bill that sought to restrict concealed carry of firearms within 100 feet of parade routes in Louisiana failed to pass in the Louisiana House on Monday, May 6. House Bill 627, introduced by Representative Mandie Landry, did not garner enough support, with 58 representatives voting against it and only 38 in favor. The bill…
Tennessee is on the verge of implementing a significant legislative measure that could see teachers and faculty members carrying firearms on school grounds, a move that is seen by many as a step towards bolstering school safety. This follows a decisive vote in the state legislature, where the bill received strong support, passing with a vote of 68-28 in the…
NEW ORLEANS, LA – Amidst changing gun legislation, Louisiana SB419 is raising concerns for those advocating for expanded concealed carry rights. Slated for review by the Senate Local and Municipal Affairs Committee on April 17, 2024, this bill seeks to establish “gun-free zones” specifically targeting individuals carrying concealed without a permit, as permitted by the new constitutional carry law effective…
The California Department of Justice has introduced an emergency regulation package that significantly impacts Carry Concealed Weapon (CCW) license regulations and the qualifications for becoming a DOJ Certified Instructor. Initially filed with the Secretary of State on January 2, 2024, the regulation mandates applicants to present a training certificate from designated programs, including the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services,…
This article is from a Virginia Citizens Defense League. To Join or Donate, click here. YES!! Gun-control took it on the chin as Governor Youngkin stood shoulder-to-shoulder with Virginia’s lawful gun-owners today! While we had no reason to think Governor Youngkin would sign any gun-control bills, it was still incredibly important that gun owners were proactive. Your phone calls, emails,…
CHEYENNE, WY – In a pivotal move for gun rights in Wyoming, the state’s legislature has passed a significant bill that could see the end of gun-free zones within the state. The legislation, House Bill 125 (see below), has now been placed on Governor Mark Gordon’s desk, leaving the state and its citizens in suspense over its fate. Will it…
On the heels of Louisiana’s recent move to permitless carry, South Carolina is poised to become the 29th state to adopt Constitutional Carry laws, marking a significant advancement for gun rights advocates. The South Carolina Senate passed the Constitutional Carry Bill with a 28-18 vote, shortly after the House’s approval at an 86-33 vote. The approved bill permits any legally…
On February 28, 2024, the Louisiana House passed Senate Bill 1 in a majority 75-28 vote. The bill, authored by USPSA Grand Master and member of the Louisiana Senate, was pushed through the House with little opposition. Previously, Louisiana had a bill land on the desk of the former governor, John Bel Edwards, only to be swiftly vetoed. Senate Bill…