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California: Governor Newsom Continues Playing Politics with the Second Amendment

Monday, December 13, 2021

California: Governor Newsom Continues Playing Politics with the Second Amendment

Governor Newsom's disdain for the Second Amendment is no secret.  This weekend he showcased his typical self, by playing politics with the Second Amendment, directing his staff to continue to push even more draconian laws in the Golden State:

“I have directed my staff to work with the Legislature and the Attorney General on a bill that would create a right of action allowing private citizens to seek injunctive relief, and statutory damages of at least $10,000 per violation plus costs and attorney’s fees, against anyone who manufactures, distributes, or sells an assault weapon or ghost gun kit or parts in the State of California.” ​

In response, the NRA issued the following statement:

"Newsom's statement comes at a time where brazen crime continues to plague the state.  But, instead of rightfully focusing his attention on criminal conduct, he continues to harass and demonize law-abiding gun owners. The NRA will fight this bogus effort in the legislature and the courts. "

"Gov. Newsom misunderstands the actions of the Supreme Court – and the limits of his war on lawful gun ownership. His promise to run roughshod over the Second Amendment is little more than political theater. He and fellow Democrats should proceed at their own peril:  the American people will not tolerate another taxpayer-funded assault on constitutional freedom.”  

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Monday, April 13, 2026

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Monday, April 13, 2026

Australia’s National Gun Buyback Already an “Extinct Policy”

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Virginia: Governor Spanberger Signing Away Your Rights

Friday, April 10, 2026

Virginia: Governor Spanberger Signing Away Your Rights

Today, April 10th, Governor Spanberger met the expectations of her anti-gun allies, signing two bills into law. This action sets the tone for what may come next as she has until April 13th to render a ...

Maryland: Semi-Auto Ban Goes to Governor’s Desk

Friday, April 10, 2026

Maryland: Semi-Auto Ban Goes to Governor’s Desk

Today, the generally assembly passed SB 334, a ban on many common semi-automatic handguns, it now heads to the governor’s desk

We Can Relate: Digital Culture Rues Targeting of Neutral Technology, Innocent Users

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Monday, April 13, 2026

We Can Relate: Digital Culture Rues Targeting of Neutral Technology, Innocent Users

The rapid expansion of regulations targeting 3D printed firearms is increasingly raising justifiable concerns apart from the Second Amendment community.

Sacré Bleu! French Gun Owners Exposed in Government Data Breach

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Monday, April 13, 2026

Sacré Bleu! French Gun Owners Exposed in Government Data Breach

In a development that will shock absolutely nobody acquainted with the realities of gun control, there was another security breach of firearm owner data maintained by a government agency.

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.

Kansas: Legislature Adjourns Sine Die from 2026 Session, Governor Signs Suppressor Bill!

Monday, April 13, 2026

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On Saturday, April 11th, the Kansas Legislature adjourned sine die from the 2026 legislative session. 

Virginia: Spanberger Offers Fake Adjustments, Real Infringements on Virginia Gun Rights

Tuesday, April 14, 2026

Virginia: Spanberger Offers Fake Adjustments, Real Infringements on Virginia Gun Rights

Fresh off the heels of receiving one of the most abysmal approval ratings for a modern Virginia Governor, Abigial Spanberger has doubled-down and signed several pieces of anti-Second Amendment legislation.

Trump Administration Addresses Defensive Carry for Active-Duty Military Members

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Monday, April 6, 2026

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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.