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AG Paxton Directs City of Dallas to End Carry Ban at State Fair

Wednesday, August 14, 2024

AG Paxton Directs City of Dallas to End Carry Ban at State Fair

State Lawmakers Continue Pressure for Change to Anti-Second Amendment Policy

Dear NRA Members:

We previously reported to you on the announcement of a new policy banning License To Carry holders from possessing firearms at the Texas State Fair, property which is owned by the City of Dallas but contracted out to a nonprofit entity (the State Fair of Texas) to run the annual event in the fall.  Today, Texas State Attorney General Ken Paxton sent a letter to the city, directing it to end this policy, which violates state law prohibiting restrictions on the carrying of firearms on property owned or leased by a governmental entity unless those premises are specifically enumerated as prohibited locations under Texas Penal Code Section 46.03 (note that the Texas State Fair does not meet the criteria for an "amusement park", which is one of the prohibited locations in 46.03.)  Paxton also warned the city that unless the wrongful exclusion of LTC holders is corrected within 15 days, he will file suit to seek injunctive relief and civil penalties under Texas Government Code Section 411.209.  NRA-ILA thanks General Paxton for taking swift and decisive action to enforce state law and protect the Second Amendment rights of law-abiding Texans!

We also reported to you earlier this week that over 70 GOP state lawmakers and legislative candidates sent a letter to the State Fair of Texas Board of Directors urging them to rescind this misguided policy.  Today, State Rep. Dustin Burrows (R-Lubbock) and State Sen. Mayes Middleton (R-Galveston) submitted a request for an opinion from the Texas Attorney General asking whether political subdivisions of the state can legally create and enforce restrictions on the carrying of firearms on public property not listed in Texas Penal Code Section 46.03, simply by leasing the premises to a nonprofit or other private entity.   NRA-ILA appreciates the efforts of pro-gun lawmakers and candidates for legislative office to push back against the creation of more unsafe "gun-free zones"; we look forward to working with you to defend our Second Amendment rights during the 2025 session of the Texas Legislature!

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Ninth Circuit Strikes Down California’s Background Check Requirement for Ammunition Purchases in NRA Backed Case

Thursday, July 24, 2025

Ninth Circuit Strikes Down California’s Background Check Requirement for Ammunition Purchases in NRA Backed Case

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that California’s law requiring a background check for each ammunition purchase violates the Second Amendment in Rhode v. Bonta—a case backed by the National Rifle Association and California Rifle ...

Newsom’s Nonsense: Reassuring Words Pale Next to Anti-Second Amendment Record

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Monday, July 21, 2025

Newsom’s Nonsense: Reassuring Words Pale Next to Anti-Second Amendment Record

By now, Americans should be well aware that California Governor Gavin Newsom struggles with the truth. Recently, the known fabulist took his act on the road to sit with Tennessee-based podcaster Shawn Ryan for an interview.

U.S. House Passes Reconciliation Bill, Removing Suppressors from the National Firearms Act

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Thursday, May 22, 2025

U.S. House Passes Reconciliation Bill, Removing Suppressors from the National Firearms Act

Earlier today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R.1 the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which included Section 2 of the Hearing Protection Act, completely removing suppressors from the National Firearms Act (NFA).

Legacy Media Finally Acknowledges Politization of Public Health

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Monday, July 14, 2025

Legacy Media Finally Acknowledges Politization of Public Health

It appears the editors of The Atlantic are finally willing to entertain an idea that has long been obvious to gun rights supporters.

Designed to Fail? Permit Processing in the City of Angels

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Monday, July 21, 2025

Designed to Fail? Permit Processing in the City of Angels

Even as the majority of states embrace constitutional carry (29 so far), California continues to make it more difficult for its responsible residents to carry a firearm for lawful self-defense. 

President Trump Supports Hunting and Resource Protection with Executive Actions

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Monday, July 14, 2025

President Trump Supports Hunting and Resource Protection with Executive Actions

Just as the United States was preparing to celebrate 249 beautiful years, President Donald Trump signed an Executive Order on July 3rd establishing the “Make America Beautiful Again" Commission supporting hunters, outdoorsmen, and outdoor recreationists by prioritizing the ...

Minnesota: Shotgun-Only Hunting Zones Repealed

Friday, June 20, 2025

Minnesota: Shotgun-Only Hunting Zones Repealed

On Monday, June 9th, outside of regular session, the Senate passed the Environment Omnibus bill, removing shotgun-only hunting zones in the state. 

North Carolina: Update on Gun Bills Moving through the General Assembly

Tuesday, June 24, 2025

North Carolina: Update on Gun Bills Moving through the General Assembly

Recently, House Bill 193 (H193) was reported favorably out of both the Senate Judiciary Committee and the Senate Rules Committee, with amendments.

President Trump Signs the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” into Law

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Friday, July 4, 2025

President Trump Signs the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” into Law

Earlier today, on the 4th of July, a day on which our Founding Fathers declared their intent for a free nation, the President of the United State of America, Donald Trump, signed the “One Big ...

House Natural Resources Committee Advances Key Hunting Bills

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Tuesday, July 15, 2025

House Natural Resources Committee Advances Key Hunting Bills

On July 15, 2025, the House Natural Resources Committee advanced two NRA-ILA supported bills — the Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act (H.R. 556) sponsored by Rep. Rob Wittman (R-VA-1), and the Grizzly Bear ...

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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.