Second Amendment Rights Of D.C. Residents!
In a strong bipartisan effort, House Democrats and Republicans recently joined forces to introduce H.R. 6691, the “Second Amendment Enforcement Act.” This critical NRA-backed legislation would overturn Washington, D.C.’s newly enacted “emergency gun control laws,” which continue to defy the U.S. Supreme Court’s unambiguous decision in District of Columbia v. Heller by continuing to restrict D.C. residents’ right to self-defense.
On June 26, the U. S. Supreme Court held in District of Columbia v. Heller that “the District’s ban on handgun possession in the home violates the Second Amendment, as does its prohibition against rendering any lawful firearm in the home operable for the purpose of immediate self-defense.”
“Grassroots Election Primer”-- What You Should Be Doing Right Now: With Labor Day and the media frenzy of the National Conventions now behind us, this year’s critically important campaign and election season is in full swing.
For all of us who treasure freedom, NOW is the time for action! To that end, below is a “grassroots primer” on what you, as a pro-gun, pro-freedom citizen, should be doing between now and Election Day.
2008 Gun Rights Policy Conference: This year's Gun Rights Policy Conference (GRPC) will be held in Phoenix, Arizona, on September 26, 27, & 28, at the beautiful Sheraton Crescent hotel. The theme of this year’s conference is “Elect Freedom!”
Help Defend Your Gun Rights One Easy Click At A Time: We are excited to announce a revolutionary, yet simple tool that will allow you to stay connected to NRA-ILA and raise valuable contributions to defend our Second Amendment rights without spending a dime! You can make a difference by downloading and using the new NRA-ILA Toolbar.
New NRA T-Shirts Available NOW! We know that by now you’ve probably heard the Barack Obama “bitter” quote. Well, in addition to the new yard sign we designed, we’ve created a way for all of you “bitter” gun owners to wear your message to Obama and all of the other legislators seeking your vote this election season: A new "I'm a Bitter Gun Owner and I Vote!" T-shirt, and our re-designed “I’m the NRA and I Vote” T-shirt!
“I’m A Bitter Gun Owner And I Vote!” Yard Signs Available Now: We’ve created a new yard sign that will send a message from all of you “bitter” gun owners to Obama this election season with our own slogan: “I’m a Bitter Gun Owner and I Vote!”
STATE ROUNDUP (please click to see any updates on states not listed below.)
HAWAII: Hawaii Primary Elections, Saturday, September 20!Saturday, September 20 is Primary Election Day in Hawaii. Please be sure to vote Freedom First. For candidate ratings and endorsements, please call the NRA-ILA Grassroots Division at (800) 392-VOTE (8683) or visit www.NRAPVF.org. For more information about voting in Hawaii, please click here.
KENTUCKY: Management Plan Being Written for Clarks River National Wildlife Refuge. The Fish and Wildlife Service has announced that it will begin writing a 15-year plan for the management of Clarks River National Wildlife Refuge. The Refuge is about 8,500 acres with an approved acquisition boundary of approximately 18,000 acres that extends along the East Fork of the Clarks River from just south of Benton, northwest to within five miles of Paducah. The federal agency is inviting the public to submit comments on how they want to see the Refuge managed in the future. Because hunting is allowed, it is important that hunters get involved in the planning process to ensure that hunting is protected and enhanced in future years. You may submit your comments to Tina Chouinard, Natural Resource Planner, at [email protected]. For further information, you may call 731-780-8208. The deadline for comments is October 14th.
NEW JERSEY: Wall Township Abandons Anti-Gun Proposal! On Wednesday, September 10, the Wall Township Committee abandoned their proposal to prohibit the carrying of any loaded weapons or nocked arrows within a 650-foot buffer zone from buildings. This ordinance would have gone above and beyond the state mandated 450-foot buffer zone and would have set the precedent for further hunting and sporting regulations. Thank you to all of the NRA members who answered the call to action. Without you, this victory would not have been possible.
TENNESSEE: Williamson County Commission Pulls Anti-Gun Resolution from Agenda! On Monday, September 8, the Williamson County Commission pulled Resolution No. 9-08-31 from the Commission’s agenda. This resolution would have imposed new restrictions on law-abiding citizens’ Right-to-Carry in Williamson County by establishing a policy prohibiting guns in all buildings owned and controlled by Williamson County and to direct signs providing notice be posted at the entrance ways of each building. We would like to extend a special thanks to Ralph Bacue, NRA Life Member, who spoke out on behalf of our Second Amendment freedoms. We would like to thank all of the NRA members who attended Monday night’s Commission meeting, as well as those who spoke out in opposition to Resolution No. 9-08-31. Without you, this victory would not have been possible. We would also like to thank the County Commissioners for recognizing the Second Amendment rights of Williamson County’s law-abiding citizens.
Please Submit Your Application Today for a Tennessee NRA Specialized License Plate! The Tennessee specialized NRA license plate provides an ideal opportunity to showcase your pride as an NRA member and your steadfast dedication to preserving our cherished Second Amendment freedoms. Your support of this program will help ensure hunting and shooting traditions in the Volunteer State for generations to come. The NRA has begun collecting applications for specialized NRA license plates in Tennessee. The Tennessee Department of Revenue, Vehicle Services will only produce the NRA license plates if it receives a minimum of 1,000 applications. The application fee is $35.00. Upon receiving the 1,000 applications prior to June 30, 2009, the National Rifle Association will submit a check for $35,000 to the Department of Revenue, Vehicle Services. If you are interested in becoming one of the first NRA supporters in the State of Tennessee to receive a specialized license plate, please click here for information about the application.
WASHINGTON: Attention Washington State NRA Members, Hunters, and Shooters: Help Protect the Future of Washington’s Rich Outdoor Heritage! NRA-ILA would like to remind Washington’s NRA members, hunters, and shooters that the Washington Department of Natural Resources will be hosting several public meetings across the state regarding the future of DNR-managed forestland, aquatic land, and natural areas. NRA members, shooters, and hunters must voice strong support for state land to stay open for shooting and hunting in the future. By attending and offering your input and support, you help ensure the survival of Washington’s rich outdoor traditions for generations to come. Attendees will be able to discuss pertinent issues with DNR staff as well as study and critique maps of DNR-managed land. All information disseminated by DNR staff at these meetings will be presented to the Sustainable Recreation Work Group. To view upcoming meeting dates and locations, please click here
