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Campaign Finance "Reform" More Muddled Than Ever

Saturday, May 10, 2003

Last Friday, May 2, a three-judge panel for the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia issued its long-awaited ruling on the constitutionality of the campaign finance "reform" law enacted last year. Unfortunately, NRA`s challenge of one of the most onerous restrictions within the law-a prohibition on certain ads running during certain periods before elections-was not only rejected, but the ruling actually expanded the restrictions, making them much more onerous. NRA has asked the judicial panel to delay implementation of the provisions of its ruling that deal with prohibitions on the broadcast of issue-advocacy ads until the Supreme Court of the United States has had time to review the ruling.

The long-awaited ruling included four different opinions, totaled more than 1,600 pages-the longest ruling in that court`s history-and has taken scores of lawyers days to determine what, exactly, the ruling meant. So far, it appears nobody is satisfied with the decision. When the law itself was being debated, many opponents argued it was not only an attack on free speech, but that it was so confusing that it was nearly impossible to decipher the implications of the law. Now, the problem appears to have been exacerbated. NRA will continue to do all it can to protect our ability to exercise our right to free speech, and we will continue to report developments on this front.

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Trump Administration Continues to Deliver for Gun Owners with Recent Initiatives

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Monday, April 6, 2026

Trump Administration Continues to Deliver for Gun Owners with Recent Initiatives

Amid a steady stream of headlines highlighting anti-gun legislative proposals in the states, ongoing litigation battles, and regulatory uncertainty, there is also good news to report on the Second Amendment front, courtesy of the Trump ...

Anti-gun Chicago Mayor Spends Astronomical Amounts of Tax Dollars on Armed Security

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Monday, April 6, 2026

Anti-gun Chicago Mayor Spends Astronomical Amounts of Tax Dollars on Armed Security

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, who was dragged for spending over $30,000 of his campaign funds on hair and makeup in a year, is now facing scrutiny over the optics and price tag of his personal security force.

Trump Administration Addresses Defensive Carry for Active-Duty Military Members

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Monday, April 6, 2026

Trump Administration Addresses Defensive Carry for Active-Duty Military Members

Just as we were finalizing another article this week on pro-gun initiatives by the Trump Administration, yet another example was announced. 

Rhode Island:  Gun Bans On Tap In Providence Next Week

Friday, April 3, 2026

Rhode Island: Gun Bans On Tap In Providence Next Week

On Wednesday April 8, the House Judiciary Committee will meet in the House Lounge at 4 p.m. to launch an historic attack on our Second Amendment rights. 

Social “Science” Replication Crisis Shows Danger Field Poses to Public Policy

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Monday, April 6, 2026

Social “Science” Replication Crisis Shows Danger Field Poses to Public Policy

Gun rights supporters know that civilian disarmament advocates have long employed dubious social “science”/public “health” research in their mission to strip Americans of their Second Amendment rights.

NRA Files Amicus Brief Urging SCOTUS to Hear Challenge to NFA Restrictions on Suppressors

Thursday, April 2, 2026

NRA Files Amicus Brief Urging SCOTUS to Hear Challenge to NFA Restrictions on Suppressors

The National Rifle Association joined the Second Amendment Foundation, American Suppressor Association, California Rifle & Pistol Association, Second Amendment Law Center, Minnesota Gun Owners Caucus, and the Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and ...

Maryland: Semi-Auto Ban Eligible for House Floor Vote

Monday, April 6, 2026

Maryland: Semi-Auto Ban Eligible for House Floor Vote

With one week left in the 2026 legislative session, SB 334, a bill that would ban many common semi-automatic handguns, has passed the senate and been reported from the House Judiciary Committee.

Virginia: Legislature Adjourns from 2026 Session; Anti-Gun Bills on Governor's Desk

Sunday, March 15, 2026

Virginia: Legislature Adjourns from 2026 Session; Anti-Gun Bills on Governor's Desk

On Saturday, March 14th, the Virginia General Assembly adjourned sine die from the 2026 legislative session, and the future of the Commonwealth hangs in the balance. 

Kentucky: Governor Beshear Vetoes Pro-Gun Bills - Urge Your Legislators to Override!

Friday, April 3, 2026

Kentucky: Governor Beshear Vetoes Pro-Gun Bills - Urge Your Legislators to Override!

On Thursday, April 2nd, Governor Andy Beshear vetoed two pro-gun bills, House Bill 78 and House Bill 312.

California: Anti-Gun Legislation Scheduled for Committee Hearings Next Week!

Thursday, April 9, 2026

California: Anti-Gun Legislation Scheduled for Committee Hearings Next Week!

On Monday, April 13th at 10:00 AM, the Senate Committee on Appropriations will hear Senate Bill 948, legislation aimed at dramatically expanding the scope and requirements of California's Firearm Safety Certificate.

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Established in 1975, the Institute for Legislative Action (ILA) is the "lobbying" arm of the National Rifle Association of America. ILA is responsible for preserving the right of all law-abiding individuals in the legislative, political, and legal arenas, to purchase, possess and use firearms for legitimate purposes as guaranteed by the Second Amendment to the U.S. Constitution.