Category Archives: NSSF/NRA

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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NSSF Praises U.S. Senate FFL Protection Act Introduction

June 4, 2026 NSSF Praises U.S. Senate FFL Protection Act Introduction Image Source: (AP Images/Francis Chung/POLITICO) WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, praises the bipartisan introduction of the Federal Firearms Licensee (FFL) Protection Act, S. 4671, introduced … Continue reading

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LAST CALL: NSSF’s Gun Storage Check Week Campaign Returns June 1–7

June 4, 2026 Last Call: Still Time to Participate in Gun Storage Check Week WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, is calling on gun owners, retailers, range operators and other firearm industry-related companies to participate in the … Continue reading

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Range USA Participates in Gun Storage Check Week Retailer Pilot Program

June 2, 2026 Range USA Participates in Gun Storage Check Week Retailer Pilot Program WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, announces all 50 of Range USA’s locations are participating in the first Gun Storage Check Week® retailer … Continue reading

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NSSF’s Gun Storage Check Week Campaign Returns June 1–7

May 29, 2026 NSSF’s Gun Storage Check Week Campaign Returns June 1–7 WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, is reminding gun owners and their families to check on their firearm storage practices during Gun Storage Check Week®, … Continue reading

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

May 28, 2026 NSSF Will Challenge Connecticut’s Unconstitutional Ban on Popular Striker-Fired Handguns WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, will seek to challenge Connecticut’s ban on popular striker-fire handguns following Gov. Ned Lamont’s signature prohibiting the sale … Continue reading

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NSSF Applauds Department of the Interior for Announcement Expanding Hunting Opportunities Across Federal Lands

May 26, 2026 NSSF Applauds Department of the Interior for Announcement Expanding Hunting Opportunities Across Federal Lands WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, applauds the major announcement today by the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) Secretary … Continue reading

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NSSF Applauds Indiana Supreme Court for Ending Long-Running Lawfare by City of Gary

May 22, 2026 NSSF Applauds Indiana Supreme Court for Ending Long-Running Lawfare by City of Gary WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, applauds the Indiana Supreme Court for standing up for the rule of law when it … Continue reading

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NSSF Funded Lawsuit Seeks Emergency Preliminary Injunction to Block Virginia’s Gun, Magazine Ban Law

May 20, 2026 NSSF Funded Lawsuit Seeks Emergency Preliminary Injunction to Block Virginia’s Gun, Magazine Ban Law  WASHINGTON, D.C. — Plaintiffs challenging Virginia’s ban on the sale of Modern Sporting Rifles (MSRs) and standard-capacity magazines filed an emergency motion for … Continue reading

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Industry Leaders and Sponsors Gathered at NSSF 2026 Marketing & Leadership Summit to Explore AI, Leadership and Future Business Growth

 May 18, 2026 Industry Leaders and Sponsors Gathered at NSSF 2026 Marketing & Leadership Summit to Explore AI, Leadership and Future Business Growth WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, proudly wrapped last week’s 2026 Marketing & Leadership … Continue reading

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NSSF Funds Lawsuit Against Virginia for Unconstitutional Firearm Bans

May 15, 2026 NSSF Funds Lawsuit Against Virginia for Unconstitutional Firearm Bans WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, is funding a lawsuit filed today against the Commonwealth of Virginia for violating both the U.S. Constitution and the … Continue reading

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20North Marketing Supports 2026 NSSF Marketing & Leadership Summit as Platinum Sponsor

20North Marketing Supports 2026 NSSF Marketing & Leadership Summit as Platinum Sponsor WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, is pleased to announce that 20North Marketing has signed on as the Platinum Sponsor of the 2026 NSSF Marketing … Continue reading

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NSSF Talks Project ChildSafe, Suicide Prevention on Health Uncensored with Dr. Drew

May 7, 2026 NSSF Talks Project ChildSafe, Suicide Prevention on Health Uncensored with Dr. Drew WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, is bringing the importance of secure storage of firearms and suicide prevention to the national airwaves … Continue reading

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NSSF Board of Governors Welcomes Mike Stock

May 6, 2026 NSSF Board of Governors Welcomes Mike Stock WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, is pleased to announce Mike Stock has been appointed to the NSSF Board of Governors. Stock is the President and CEO … Continue reading

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Range USA Garners NSSF Five-Star Range Rating

May 4, 2026 Range USA Garners NSSF Five-Star Range Rating WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, has recognized Range USA with its coveted Five-Star rating for range excellence. Five stars is the highest rating in NSSF’s star-rating … Continue reading

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NSSF Welcomes ATF Landmark Rulemaking Package

 April 29, 2026 NSSF Welcomes ATF Landmark Rulemaking Package WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, was on hand at the Department of Justice (DOJ) to welcome Acting U.S. Attorney General (AG) Todd Blanche’s signing ceremony that released … Continue reading

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NSSF Applauds U.S. Senate Confirmation of ATF Director Cekada

April 29, 2026 NSSF Applauds U.S. Senate Confirmation of ATF Director Cekada WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, applauds the U.S. Senate for voting to confirm current Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) Director Robert … Continue reading

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NSSF Invites Employees of Patron Member Companies to Apply for $50,000 in Education Scholarships

April 27, 2026 NSSF Invites Employees of Patron Member Companies to Apply for $50,000 in Education Scholarships WASHINGTON, D.C. — Employees of companies that support NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, at the highest level are invited to apply for … Continue reading

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NSSF Commends Indiana Gov. Mike Braun for Protecting Firearm Retailers, Ranges from Zoning Discrimination

April 22, 2026 NSSF Commends Indiana Gov. Mike Braun for Protecting Firearm Retailers, Ranges from Zoning Discrimination WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, commends Indiana Gov. Mike Braun for signing a law prohibiting local governments from weaponizing … Continue reading

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NSSF Vows Legal Action Against Maryland’s Proposed Ban on Certain Striker-Fired Handguns

April 20, 2026 NSSF Vows Legal Action Against Maryland’s Proposed Ban on Certain Striker-Fired Handguns WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, is vowing legal action should Maryland Gov. Wes Moore sign legislation that would ban the most … Continue reading

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NSSF Honors U.S. Rep. Ben Cline as 2025 Legislator of the Year

April 14, 2026 NSSF Honors U.S. Rep. Ben Cline as 2025 Legislator of the Year WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, proudly honored U.S. Rep. Ben Cline (R-Va.) as the 2025 NSSF Legislator of the Year for … Continue reading

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NSSF Salutes Kentucky Legislature for Veto Override to Prevent Lawfare Against Firearm Industry

April 14, 2026 NSSF Salutes Kentucky Legislature for Veto Override to Prevent Lawfare Against Firearm Industry WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, salutes the Kentucky legislature for voting, in an overwhelming manner, to override Gov. Andy Beshear’s … Continue reading

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NSSF Files FEC Complaint Against Giffords PAC

April 13, 2026 NSSF Files FEC Complaint Against Giffords PAC WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, filed a complaint with the Federal Election Commission (FEC) against Giffords PAC, the political fundraising arm of the gun control group … Continue reading

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SAAMI Releases Update of Rimfire Ammunition Standard

April 13, 2026 SAAMI Releases Update of Rimfire Ammunition Standard SHELTON, Conn. — The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute®, Inc., (SAAMI®) is pleased to announce the release of the 2026 update to American National Standard SAAMI Z299.1-2026, Voluntary Industry … Continue reading

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SAAMI Welcomes Supply Energetics to Institute

April 13, 2026 SAAMI Welcomes Supply Energetics to Institute SHELTON, Conn. — The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute, Inc.®, (SAAMI®), is pleased to announce that Supply Energetics has joined SAAMI as an Affiliate Member. Based in Parsons, Kan., Supply … Continue reading

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NSSF Applauds Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly for Signing Law Removing State Suppressor Prohibitions

April 10, 2026 NSSF Applauds Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly for Signing Law Removing State Suppressor Prohibitions WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, applauds Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly for signing into law HB2501, which removes state criminal prohibitions … Continue reading

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NSSF Grateful to Trump Administration for Definitively Ending Banking Discrimination

April 8, 2026 NSSF Grateful to Trump Administration for Definitively Ending Banking Discrimination WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, thanks the Trump administration for bringing to a close the disgraceful chapter of corporate banks discriminating against firearm … Continue reading

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NSSF Names 2TON as First Agency Affinity Partner, Expanding Marketing Resources for Firearm Industry Businesses

April 2, 2026 NSSF Names 2TON as First Agency Affinity Partner, Expanding Marketing Resources for Firearm Industry Businesses WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, has named 2TON an official Affinity Partner, giving NSSF members access to specialized … Continue reading

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Bond Arms® Donates Black Cerakote America 250th Firearm to Friends of NRA Auction

Bond Arms® Donates America 250th Black Cerakote Firearm to Friends of NRA Auction Granbury, TX (April 2, 2026) – Bond Arms® is proud to announce the donation of its America 250th firearm to support fundraising efforts for Friends of NRA. … Continue reading

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NSSF Praises Utah’s Gov. Cox for Signing Firearms Liabilities Amendments into Law

March 26, 2026 NSSF Praises Utah’s Gov. Cox for Signing Firearms Liabilities Amendments into Law WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, praises Utah’s Gov. Spencer Cox for signing House Bill 214, Firearms Liability Amendments, into law in … Continue reading

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USPSA, SCSA Sign on as NSSF’s First Shots Partners

March 19, 2026 USPSA, SCSA Sign on as NSSF’s First Shots Partners WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, is pleased to announce the United States Practical Shooting Association (USPSA) and Steel Challenge Shooting Association (SCSA) have become … Continue reading

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NSSF Applauds U.S. House Passage of Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act

March 18, 2026 NSSF Applauds U.S. House Passage of Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, applauds the U.S. House of Representatives for the bipartisan approval of the Protecting Access for … Continue reading

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Partner with a Payer Program Showcases How Federal Excise Taxes Power Conservation—With Henry Repeating Arms’ American Craft at the Core

March 18, 2026 Partner with a Payer Program Showcases How Federal Excise Taxes Power Conservation—With Henry Repeating Arms’ American Craft at the Core NSSF highlights how firearm and ammunition manufacturers’ Federal Excise Taxes fund habitat, hunter education, and public shooting … Continue reading

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NSSF’s Project ChildSafe and Local Leaders Launch "Project ChildSafe Tuscaloosa" to Promote Firearm Safety

March 17, 2026 NSSF’s Project ChildSafe and Local Leaders Launch “Project ChildSafe Tuscaloosa” to Promote Firearm Safety  NSSF and partners to distribute nearly 1,000 free gun locks to Tuscaloosa residents to encourage secure firearm storage and help prevent accidents TUSCALOOSA, … Continue reading

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NSSF Opens 2026 Hunting Heritage Trust Grant Applications

March 16, 2026 NSSF Opens 2026 Hunting Heritage Trust Grant Applications NGOs can apply for $100,000 in support of R3 efforts WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, has opened the application period for the 2026 Hunting Heritage … Continue reading

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Benelli USA Buoys NSSF’s Protect Liberty PAC with $30,000 Contribution Ahead of 2026 Election Efforts

Benelli USA Buoys NSSF’s Protect Liberty PAC with $30,000 Contribution Ahead of 2026 Election Efforts WASHINGTON, D.C. – The NSSF’s Protect Liberty Political Action Committee (Protect Liberty PAC) announced a major financial boost after Benelli USA pledged a $30,000 contribution … Continue reading

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NSSF Launches Newly Redesigned ‘Where To Shoot’ App to Help Shooters Find Ranges Nationwide

March 11, 2026 NSSF Launches Newly Redesigned ‘Where To Shoot’ App to Help Shooters Find Ranges Nationwide WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, announces the relaunch of its newly improved Where To Shoot mobile app, helping connect … Continue reading

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