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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.

 

 

Covid-19 Articles
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Pandemic Exposes Dangers of So-Called "Universal" Background Checks

News  

Monday, March 30, 2020

Pandemic Exposes Dangers of So-Called "Universal" Background Checks

As the COVID-19 pandemic makes its way across the country, Americans are getting an important lesson in the dangers of ...

President Trump Declares Gun Stores Critical

News  

Sunday, March 29, 2020

President Trump Declares Gun Stores Critical

As NRA is actively fighting gun store closures across the country, President Trump’s newly-updated DHS guidance echoes what ...

Washington Free Beacon  

Sunday, March 29, 2020

Feds Add Gun Companies to ‘Essential’ Business List Amid Coronavirus Outbreak

The Department of Homeland Security added gun dealers, ranges, and manufacturers to its essential business coronavirus-response guide on ...

Santa Fe New Mexican  

Sunday, March 29, 2020

Confusion, anger on right as gun shops not considered essential

Confusion reigns at New Mexico gun stores, where owners say Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s emergency public health order ...

Nevada: Las Vegas Metro Approves CCW Extension

Saturday, March 28, 2020

Nevada: Las Vegas Metro Approves CCW Extension

The Las Vegas Metro Police Department issued the following statement providing a temporary extension for CCW permits that expired on ...

Washington: Police & Lawmakers Say Firearm Dealers Are Essential

Saturday, March 28, 2020

Washington: Police & Lawmakers Say Firearm Dealers Are Essential

On March 27th, state Senator Lynda Wilson delivered letters to Governor Jay Inslee explaining why it is essential that ...

Alabama: Gun Stores to Remain Open

Friday, March 27, 2020

Alabama: Gun Stores to Remain Open

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Governor Kay Ivey and State Health Officer Scott Harris amended the order suspending certain ...

North Carolina: Gun Stores Remain Open Despite Governor Not Designating them “Essential”

Friday, March 27, 2020

North Carolina: Gun Stores Remain Open Despite Governor Not Designating them “Essential”

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Governor Roy Cooper’s Executive Order No. 121 to Stay-at-Home, temporarily places restrictions on numerous ...

COVID-19 Draws Attacks on Second Amendment

Friday, March 27, 2020

COVID-19 Draws Attacks on Second Amendment

During the COVID-19 crisis, many of our family members, friends, and fellow citizens have decided to exercise their right to ...

Breaking: NRA & Other Groups Sue California

News  

Friday, March 27, 2020

Breaking: NRA & Other Groups Sue California

Fairfax, Va. - Today, the National Rifle Association (NRA) joins with a coalition of gun rights groups in ...

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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.