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Nothing is more important than protecting ourselves and our families -- especially during these times of uncertainty. Yet, some anti-gun lawmakers are exploiting the COVID-19 pandemic to deny you and your loved ones your fundamental right to self-defense and your Second Amendment rights. 

These anti-gun and anti-self defense extremists deem gun stores "non-essential," they shut down issuance of firearm permits, and, in some locations, they have created extreme delays for background checks required for firearm transfers. Some jurisdictions have even put added restrictions on firearm transfers, making it all but impossible for many law-abiding Americans to exercise their Second Amendment rights.

All of this is happening against a backdrop of reported prisoner furloughs and law enforcement only arresting for the most serious of crimes. 

Just like you, we know that's wrong.

That is why the NRA will keep a constant watch on what is happening nationwide and will work diligently to ensure that you are able to defend yourself and your family during these unprecedented times. In the past four decades, your NRA has led the way to pass Right-to-Carry, Castle Doctrine, and most important for the current crisis, protection against gun confiscation during declared emergencies. This time is no different.

We hope you find this website useful. Please use it to stay updated on what's happening in your town or state and across the country. If you need help or would like to alert us to something happening in your town or state, please contact us here or send us an email at [email protected].

During these difficult times, your NRA is keeping vigilant watch over your right to buy a gun and to make sure you are able to defend yourself and your family. The NRA fights for all law-abiding gun owners, whether they can afford to donate or not. We understand times are tough. But, if you have the means, please help us keep fighting against those politicians who are determined to strip away our right to self-defense and their billionaire backers. Every dollar counts. We thank you in advance.   

If you are unable to help us at this time, please drop us a line and let us know how you and your family are doing. We are always grateful to hear from our members and supporters. Again, a big THANK YOU from all of us here at the NRA.

Stay safe.

 

 

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Texas: Attorney General Issues Opinion Prohibiting Municipalities and Counties from Restricting Firearm Sales in Response to Covid-19

Friday, March 27, 2020

Texas: Attorney General Issues Opinion Prohibiting Municipalities and Counties from Restricting Firearm Sales in Response to Covid-19

On Tuesday, March 24, pro-Second Amendment State Representative Dustin Burrows (R-Lubbock) requested an opinion from Attorney General Ken Paxton ...

Montana: Anti-Gun Governor Bullock Issues Executive Order in Response to Covid-19

Friday, March 27, 2020

Montana: Anti-Gun Governor Bullock Issues Executive Order in Response to Covid-19

Governor Steve Bullock’s recent Executive Order 3-2020 designates “…firearm and ammunition suppliers and retailers...” under “Essential Businesses,” exempting them from ...

News  

Friday, March 27, 2020

Las Vegas police launch online application for concealed weapon permits

LAS VEGAS (FOX5) -- The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department Records and Fingerprint Bureau announced Thursday that it ...

Delaware: Governor Carney Amends Executive Order in Response to Covid-19

News  

Friday, March 27, 2020

Delaware: Governor Carney Amends Executive Order in Response to Covid-19

On March 12, Governor John Carney issued an emergency declaration due to the spread of COVID-19 in the First State. ...

New Hampshire: Gov. Sununu Protects Second Amendment – Gun Stores Remain Open

Friday, March 27, 2020

New Hampshire: Gov. Sununu Protects Second Amendment – Gun Stores Remain Open

Governor Chris Sununu’s recent Emergency Order to Stay-at-Home designates firearm-related businesses, including gun stores as “essential,” exempting them from being ...

The News & Observer  

Friday, March 27, 2020

Wake sheriff should not have suspended pistol permit applications amid coronavirus

During a crisis there should be no doubt about our ability to protect and defend ourselves and our ...

Delaware Online  

Friday, March 27, 2020

After uproar, Gov. Carney backtracks, allows firearms stores to open by appointment only

Firearms stores in Delaware can now accept customers by appointment only, the state said Thursday.

Thursday, March 26, 2020

California: Los Angeles Sheriff Reverses Course Again and Orders Gun Stores to Close to the Public!

Los Angeles County Sheriff Alex Villanueva took to twitter to announce he is once again ordering the closure of guns ...

New Mexico: Governor Wastes Law Enforcement Resources to Ensure Gun Stores are Shuttered

Thursday, March 26, 2020

New Mexico: Governor Wastes Law Enforcement Resources to Ensure Gun Stores are Shuttered

In response to the Covid 19 outbreak, Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham ordered the closure of all businesses she doesn’t consider “Essential.”

Maine: Gun Stores Being Shut Down

Thursday, March 26, 2020

Maine: Gun Stores Being Shut Down

In response to COVID-19, Governor Mills issued an executive order that required all non-essential businesses to close their ...

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