Category Archives: NSSF/NRA

NSSF-Led Effort Leads to Firearm Handler Check Victory

October 26, 2026 NSSF-Led Effort Leads to Firearm Handler Check Victory, Final Rule To Be Published in Federal Register Tomorrow WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, announced today that the Firearm Handler Check (FHC) Final Rule will … Continue reading →

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NSSF Seeks Injunction to Block New Mexico’s Seven-Day Waiting Period Law While Being Challenged

October 23, 2026 NSSF Seeks Injunction to Block New Mexico’s Seven-Day Waiting Period Law While Being Challenged WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, filed a preliminary injunction motion with the U.S. District Court for the District of … Continue reading →

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NSSF Challenges New Mexico’s ‘Rights Delayed’ Seven-Day Waiting Period After Governor Ignores Court Rulings Declaring It Unconstitutional

October 20, 2026 NSSF Challenges New Mexico’s ‘Rights Delayed’ Seven-Day Waiting Period After Governor Ignores Court Rulings Declaring It Unconstitutional WASHINGTON, D.C.—The National Shooting Sports Foundation® (NSSF), The Firearm Industry Trade Association, today filed a lawsuit seeking declaratory and injunctive … Continue reading →

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The Annual Project ChildSafe Safety Sweepstakes is Now Live!

October 12, 2026 The Annual Project ChildSafe Safety Sweepstakes is Now Live! Eight exceptional prize packages valued at more than $20,000 promise to satisfy any enthusiast! WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Project ChildSafe® Safety Sweepstakes is a national fundraising initiative supporting … Continue reading →

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SAAMI Announces Acceptance of a New Cartridge

October 12, 2026 SAAMI Announces Acceptance of a New Cartridge SHELTON, Conn. — The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute®,Inc., (SAAMI®) has announced the acceptance of a new rifle cartridge for SAAMI standardization. SAAMI is the organization at the forefront … Continue reading →

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NSSF Welcomes Federal Court Decision Temporarily Blocking Conn.’s Unconstitutional Gun Ban

 October 1, 2026 NSSF Welcomes Federal Court Decision Temporarily Blocking Conn.’s Unconstitutional Gun Ban  WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, welcomes the decision by the U.S. District Court for the District of Connecticut to grant a preliminary … Continue reading →

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NSSF’s Lawrence Keane Appointed to Hunting and Shooting Sports Conservation and Access Council

September 22, 2026 NSSF’s Lawrence Keane Appointed to Hunting and Shooting Sports Conservation and Access Council WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, celebrates the appointment of Lawrence G. Keane, NSSF’s Senior Vice President & General Counsel, to … Continue reading →

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NSSF Challenges Connecticut’s Unconstitutional Ban on Popular Striker-Fired Handguns

September 21, 2026 NSSF Challenges Connecticut’s Unconstitutional Ban on Popular Striker-Fired Handguns WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, filed a lawsuit challenging Connecticut’s ban on popular cruciform-trigger handguns. Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont signed H.B. 5043 prohibiting the … Continue reading →

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NSSF Hails White House ‘Reinvigorating America’s Hunting Heritage’ Executive Order

September 17, 2026 NSSF Hails White House ‘Reinvigorating America’s Hunting Heritage’ Executive Order WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, hails President Donald Trump’s “Reinvigorating America’s Hunting Heritage” Executive Order for protecting and opening access for America’s original … Continue reading →

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NSSF Releases 2026 Congressional Report Card

September 16, 2026 NSSF Releases 2026 Congressional Report Card WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, released its 2026 Congressional Report Card, grading sitting U.S. Representatives and U.S. Senators on key legislation that is of critical importance to … Continue reading →

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Project ChildSafe Announces Partnership with Slingit to Support Responsible Estate Planning and Firearm Safety

September 16, 2026 Project ChildSafe Announces Partnership with Slingit to Support Responsible Estate Planning and Firearm Safety WASHINGTON, D.C. — Project ChildSafe®, a program of the NSSF® — The Firearm Industry Trade Association — today announced a new partnership with … Continue reading →

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Partner with a Payer Program Highlights How Federal Excise Taxes Power Conservation, With Arizona’s Ben Avery Shooting Facility in Focus

September 9, 2026 Partner with a Payer Program Highlights How Federal Excise Taxes Power Conservation, With Arizona’s Ben Avery Shooting Facility in Focus NSSF spotlights how firearm and ammunition manufacturers’ Federal Excise Taxes fund wildlife restoration, hunter education and public … Continue reading →

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NSSF Marks Successful Conclusion to Gun Storage Check Week

September 9, 2026 NSSF Marks Successful Conclusion to Gun Storage Check Week At Close of National Safety Awareness Campaign, NSSF Urges Year-Round Emphasis Washington, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, celebrates the successful conclusion of Gun Storage Check … Continue reading →

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Third Circuit Allows NSSF Challenge to N.J.’s ‘Reasonable Controls’ Law

September 8, 2026 Third Circuit Allows NSSF Challenge to N.J.’s ‘Reasonable Controls’ Law WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, applauds the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit’s decision in NSSF v. Attorney General New Jersey, … Continue reading →

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Still Time to Participate in Gun Storage Check Week

September 4, 2026 There’s Still Time to Participate in Gun Storage Check Week Washington, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, encourages firearm industry organizations and the gun-owning community to participate in Gun Storage Check Week® as it reaches … Continue reading →

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NSSF Invites America to “Let Freedom Plink” During 10th Annual National Shooting Sports Month

 September 3, 2026 NSSF Celebrates Outstanding Support for National Shooting Sports Month WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, celebrates widespread support and participation in the 10th annual National Shooting Sports Month®, which ran throughout the month of … Continue reading →

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Palm Beach County Campaign Targets Illegal Gun Purchases

September 3, 2026 Palm Beach County Campaign Targets Illegal Gun Purchases DELRAY BEACH, Fla. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, together with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) and the Department of Justice (DOJ), announced a … Continue reading →

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NSSF’s Gun Storage Check Week Returns, Coinciding With National Suicide Prevention Month

August 27, 2026 NSSF’s Gun Storage Check Week Returns, Coinciding With National Suicide Prevention Month Washington, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, recognizes the second semi-annual observance of Gun Storage Check Week®, Sept. 1–7, which coincides with National … Continue reading →

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Final Registration Deadlines Approaching for SAAMI 2026 Ballistics Conference

August 13, 2026 Final Registration Deadlines Approaching for SAAMI 2026 Ballistics Conference SHELTON, Conn. — With key registration deadlines just weeks away, the Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute® (SAAMI®) is urging industry professionals to secure their participation in the … Continue reading →

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NSSF’s Project ChildSafe and Local Leaders Launch Project ChildSafe Little Rock to Promote Firearm Safety

August 12, 2026 NSSF’s Project ChildSafe and Local Leaders Launch Project ChildSafe Little Rock to Promote Firearm Safety NSSF and partners to distribute 1,000 free gun locks to Little Rock residents to encourage secure firearm storage and help prevent accidents … Continue reading →

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NSSF Invites America to “Let Freedom Plink” During 10th Annual National Shooting Sports Month

July 31, 2026 NSSF Invites America to “Let Freedom Plink” During 10th Annual National Shooting Sports Month WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, invites target shooters across the country to head to the range this August for … Continue reading →

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Indianapolis Campaign Targets Illegal Gun Purchases

July 31, 2026 Indianapolis Campaign Targets Illegal Gun Purchases NSSF, ATF, DOJ Emphasize ‘Don’t Lie for the Other Guy™’ INDIANAPOLIS — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, together with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) and the … Continue reading →

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SAAMI 2026 Ballistics Conference Registration Deadlines Approaching

July 30, 2026 SAAMI 2026 Ballistics Conference Registration Deadlines Approaching SHELTON, Conn. — The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute® (SAAMI®) is reminding industry members that the registration deadline is approaching for its 2026 Ballistics Conference being held Sept. 15–17 … Continue reading →

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Mark Barnes & Associates Signs on as Platinum Sponsor of 2026 NSSF Import/Export Conference

July 30, 2026 Mark Barnes & Associates Signs on as Platinum Sponsor of 2026 NSSF Import/Export Conference WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, is pleased to announce that Mark Barnes & Associates has signed on as Platinum … Continue reading →

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Help NSSF in Supporting Service Members, Veterans and Families

Help NSSF in Supporting Service Members, Veterans and Families  NSSF®—The Firearm Industry Trade Association—is asking the entire hunting and shooting sports community for help in raising funds for an important cause: the American Red Cross Service to the Armed … Continue reading →

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NSSF-Opposed Oregon Anti-Hunting Ballot Initiative Fails

July 27, 2026 NSSF-Opposed Oregon Anti-Hunting Ballot Initiative Fails WASHINGTON, D.C. — An Oregon anti-hunting ballot initiative opposed by NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, failed to gather enough certified signatures to be considered by voters. Oregon’s Initiative Petition 28 … Continue reading →

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IHEA-USA Signs On as Partner for NSSF’s First Shots

July 23, 2026 IHEA-USA Signs On as Partner for NSSF’s First Shots WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, is pleased to announce the International Hunter Education Association – United States of America (IHEA-USA) has become an official … Continue reading →

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NSSF Applauds Trump Administration for Streamlining Suppressor Exports

July 22, 2026 NSSF Applauds Trump Administration for Streamlining Suppressor Exports WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, applauds the Trump administration’s posting of rules by the Commerce Department and State Department for public inspection to transfer export … Continue reading →

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NSSF Praises Third Circuit Decision Striking Unconstitutional N.J. MSR, Magazine Ban

July 17, 2026 NSSF Praises Third Circuit Decision Striking Unconstitutional N.J. MSR, Magazine Ban WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, praises the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit for its decision that found New Jersey’s … Continue reading →

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SAAMI® Supports Project ChildSafe® by Donating $18,000

July 16, 2026 SAAMI® Supports Project ChildSafe® by Donating $18,000 SHELTON, Conn. — At its recent annual board and committee meetings in Springfield, Mass., the Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute® (SAAMI®) auctioned many generously donated products from industry members … Continue reading →

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SAAMI® Supports USA Shooting by Donating $28,000

July 13, 2026 SAAMI® Supports USA Shooting by Donating $28,000 SHELTON, CT — At its recent annual board and committee meetings in Springfield, Mass., the Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute® (SAAMI®) auctioned many generously donated products from the industry … Continue reading →

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NSSF Statement on 7th Circuit Barnett Ruling

July 9, 2026 NSSF Statement on 7th Circuit Barnett Ruling WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, is disappointed by the decision by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit in Barnett v. Raoul. NSSF respectfully … Continue reading →

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SHOT University Issues Call For Presentations

July 8, 2026 SHOT University Issues Call For Presentations LAS VEGAS — SHOT University™ has issued a call for presentations for its educational sessions at the 2027 NSSF® SHOT Show®. SHOT University will take place Jan. 19–21 during the 2027 … Continue reading →

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San Antonio Campaign Targets Illegal Gun Purchases

July 8, 2026 San Antonio Campaign Targets Illegal Gun Purchases NSSF, ATF, DOJ Emphasize ‘Don’t Lie for the Other Guy™‘ SAN ANTONIO — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, together with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) … Continue reading →

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NSSF Statement on SCOTUS Decision of Gun-Related Petitions

June 30, 2026 NSSF Statement on SCOTUS Decision of Gun-Related Petitions WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, is elated over the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision today to hear petitions challenging state restrictions on the possession of Modern … Continue reading →

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SAAMI Opens Voting Membership to U.S. Suppressor Manufacturers

SAAMI Opens Voting Membership to U.S. Suppressor Manufacturers SHELTON, Conn. – The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute®, Inc. (SAAMI®), is pleased to announce that it has recently expanded eligibility for Voting Membership to U.S. suppressor manufacturers and designers. With … Continue reading →

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SAAMI Statement Regarding the Introduction of 6.5 Creedmoor +Peak

June 17, 2026 SAAMI Statement Regarding the Introduction of 6.5 Creedmoor +Peak SHELTON, Conn. — The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute® (SAAMI®) is aware of the recent commercial introduction of the 6.5 Creedmoor +Peak cartridge by Federal Premium. Federal … Continue reading →

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NSSF Welcomes House Companion SHOT Act Introduction to End Frivolous Public Nuisance Lawsuits

June 16, 2026 NSSF Welcomes House Companion SHOT Act Introduction to End Frivolous Public Nuisance Lawsuits WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, welcomes the U.S. House of Representatives introduction of H.R. 9298, the Stopping Harmful and Outrageous … Continue reading →

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NSSF Praises SHOT Act Introduction to End Frivolous Public Nuisance Lawsuits

June 12, 2026 NSSF Praises SHOT Act Introduction to End Frivolous Public Nuisance Lawsuits WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, praises the introduction of S. 4775, the Stopping Harmful and Outrageous Torts (SHOT) Act, that would strengthen … Continue reading →

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NSSF Commends Introduction of House Legislation to Reauthorize the Legacy Restoration Fund

June 11, 2026 NSSF Commends Introduction of House Legislation to Reauthorize the Legacy Restoration Fund WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, commends the U.S. House of Representatives Natural Resources Committee Chairman Bruce Westerman (R-Ark.) and Ranking Member … Continue reading →

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