Category Archives: NSSF/NRA
NSSF Welcomes Laurie Lipsey Aronson to Board of Governors
Laurie Lipsey Aronson Chairwoman and CEO of Lipsey’s has been elected to the NSSF Board of Governors. For immediate release | February 3, 2020 NSSF Welcomes Laurie Lipsey Aronson to Board of Governors NEWTOWN, Conn. – NSSF®, the trade association … Continue reading
NSSF’s Melissa Schilling and Colleen Leonard Receive GBAC Health and Safety Certification
NEWTOWN, Conn. – Two of NSSF’s exhibition and events professionals have earned their GBAC Technician certifications, which will help ensure that all NSSF Live! events will be conducted in accordance with the highest standards to protect the health and safety … Continue reading
NSSF Applauds OCC Finalization of Fair Access Banking Rule
January 14, 2021 NEWTOWN, Conn. – The NSSF®, the firearm industry’s trade association, applauded the finalization of the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency’s (OCC) rule to end discrimination by financial service providers against the firearm industry and others. … Continue reading
NSSF Commends Rep. Jeff Duncan’s Introduction of the Hearing Protection Act
January 6, 2021 NEWTOWN, Conn. – The NSSF®, the firearm industry’s trade association, commends U.S. Rep. Jeff Duncan’s (R-S.C.) introduction of the Hearing Protection Act, H.R. 95. The legislation was introduced with 36 original co-sponsors. The bill would remove firearm … Continue reading
NSSF Hails Rep. Richard Hudson’s Concealed Carry Reciprocity Legislation
For immediate release | January 5, 2021 H.R. 38 Would End Patchwork of Confusing Gun Law for CC Permit Holders NEWTOWN, Conn. – NSSF®, the firearm industry’s trade association, hailed U.S. Rep. Richard Hudson’s (R-N.C.) introduction of the Concealed Carry … Continue reading
ATF Rescinds Stabilizing Brace Notice
December 23, 2020 NEWTOWN, Conn. – NSSF®, the trade association for the firearm industry, reports that late today the Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco and Firearms (ATF) rescinded its Notice of “Objective Factors for Classifying Weapons with Stabilizing Braces” that was … Continue reading
ORM-D Small Arms Ammunition Shipping Ending in December
NEWTOWN, Conn. – The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturing Institute, Inc.® (SAAMI®) reminds manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers they must discontinue the use of ORM-D labeling for shipping sporting ammunitions via surface transport after Dec. 31, 2020. The change in … Continue reading
NSSF, Project ChildSafe Promote Firearm Safety this Holiday Season
For immediate release | December 16, 2020 Project ChildSafe offers safety resources, educational materials to help keep families safe NEWTOWN, Conn. – With the holiday season upon us, the National Shooting Sports Foundation® (NSSF®) reminds Americans to practice responsible safety … Continue reading
NRA ANNOUNCES NEW DATES FOR 150TH ANNUAL MEETINGS & EXHIBITS
The National Rifle Association’s 2021 Annual Meetings and Exhibits will be held September 3-5, 2021. Originally scheduled for mid-May, the event will remain in Houston, Texas at the George R. Brown Convention Center. As many uncertainties around COVID-19 restrictions persist, … Continue reading
NSSF Awards Five-Star Rating to Midwest Shooting Center
For immediate release | December 10, 2020 NSSF Awards Five-Star Rating to Midwest Shooting Center NEWTOWN, Conn. – NSSF®, the trade association for the firearm industry is pleased to announce that it has awarded its highest Five-Star rating for range … Continue reading
NSSF Launches PSAs on Storing Firearms Securely in Vehicles
December 8, 2020 NSSF Launches PSAs on Storing Firearms Securely in Vehicles New informational videos offer important safety considerations to help responsible gun owners prevent theft and unauthorized access NEWTOWN, Conn. – In two new video public service announcements, the … Continue reading
New NSSF SHOT University Online Learning Modules for Suicide Prevention
For immediate release | December 3, 2020 NEWTOWN, Conn. – NSSF’s SHOT UniversityTM Online learning portal offers a new presentation to help firearm owners, retailers and employees better understand the complexities of suicide and suicide prevention. The suicide prevention modules … Continue reading
NSSF Member Employees Shine in SHOT Business ‘40 Under 40’ Listing
For immediate release | November 23, 2020 NEWTOWN, Conn. – SHOT Business®, the official publication of NSSF®, the firearm industry trade association, recently published its December 2020 issue. Its most notable feature article, and the first of its kind to … Continue reading
#RangeChallenge Fall Season – Want a Free Target Package?
New #RangeChallengeSeries targets! Shoot to Enter #RangeChallenge Season 2: ‘Aiming In Autumn’ The second season of the #RangeChallenge℠ Series is going on now. Get started for your chance to win weekly prizes for target shooting at local ranges. There are … Continue reading
NSSF Releases Most Recent Firearm Production and Import/Export Figures
For immediate release | November 16, 2020 NSSF Releases Most Recent Firearm Production Figures Nearly 20 million Modern Sporting Rifles in Circulation NEWTOWN, Conn. – NSSF®, the firearm industry’s trade association, released the 2020 edition of its Firearm Production Report … Continue reading
SAAMI Announces New Affiliated Member Category
SAAMI has added a new membership category, Affiliated Members, to the organization’s body of professional supports. November 6, 2020 NEWTOWN, Conn. – The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute® (SAAMI®) is pleased to announce that it has added a new membership … Continue reading
Bear Creek Arsenal Sponsors November Gearbox Giveaway
November 5, 2020 NEWTOWN, Conn. – NSSF®, the firearm industry trade association, is pleased to announce that Bear Creek Arsenal is sponsoring November 2020’s Gearbox Giveaway in support of the +ONESM Movement. Headquartered in Sanford, North Carolina, Bear Creek Arsenal … Continue reading
Ruger Embraces New Shooters With +ONE Gearbox Giveaway
For immediate release | October 23, 2020 Ruger Embraces New Shooters With +ONE Gearbox Giveaway NEWTOWN, Conn. – NSSF®, the firearm industry trade association, is pleased to announce that Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc., is backing the +ONESM Movement with … Continue reading
NSSF Announces Fall #RangeChallenge ‘Aiming for Autumn’ Series for Ranges
October 21, 2020 NEWTOWN, Conn. – NSSF®, the trade association for the firearm industry, is pleased to announce the launch of the new #RangeChallengeSM “Aiming in Autumn” target game for use by indoor and outdoor ranges across the country. Building … Continue reading
NSSF Recognized for its Leadership in Receiving NASGW’s Highest Award
October 20, 2020 NEWTOWN, Conn. – The National Association of Sporting Goods Wholesalers today presented the National Shooting Sports Foundation® with its highest award, the Chairwoman’s Award, in recognition of the extraordinary contributions NSSF® has made to all who work … Continue reading
A Guide for Parents: Understanding Youth Mental Health and Preventing Unauthorized Access to Firearms
October 20, 2020 To Book Interviews with Joe Bartozzi, President and CEO, National Shooting Sports Foundation: Contact Bill Brassard, Senior Communications Director, bbrassard@nssf.com or 203-426-1320 ext 212 To View the Resource and Video, Visit: http://www.projectchildsafe.org/parents-resources/ NEWTOWN, Conn. – The National … Continue reading
ICYMI: Biden-Harris Wants to Repeal PLCAA
The bipartisan law prevents activist lawyers and politicians from attacking the firearm industry with frivolous lawsuits that are designed to bankrupt manufacturers for the heinous crimes committed by individuals. October 19, 2020 NEWTOWN, Conn. – NSSF®, the trade association for … Continue reading
Richmond Campaign Targets Illegal Gun Purchases
NSSF, ATF, DOJ Emphasize ‘Don’t Lie for the Other Guy’ NEWTOWN, Conn. – RICHMOND, Va. — As part of an ongoing national effort to help prevent illegal “straw” purchases of firearms, the National Shooting Sports Foundation® (NSSF®) and the Bureau … Continue reading
Biden-Harris Would Weaponize ATF Against Firearm Retailers
For immediate release | October 12, 2020 NEWTOWN, Conn. – NSSF®, the trade association for the firearm industry, is focusing on former Vice President Joe Biden’s radical antigun campaign promise turn the Bureau of Alcohol. Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) … Continue reading
Magpul Industries Contributes $100,000 to NSSF’s 2020 #GUNVOTE Voter Education Campaign
October 7, 2020 NEWTOWN, Conn. – NSSF®, the trade association for the firearm industry, is pleased to announce that Magpul Industries Corporation, a leading firearm accessories manufacturer, has contributed $100,000 to NSSF’s #GUNVOTE® voter registration, education and mobilization campaign. “Election … Continue reading
Federal, CCI and Speer Ammunition Contribute $100,000 to NSSF’s 2020 #GUNVOTE Voter Education Campaign
October 6, 2020 NEWTOWN, Conn. – NSSF®, the trade association for the firearm industry, is pleased to announce that Federal, CCI and Speer Ammunition, leading firearm ammunition manufacturers part of Vista Outdoor, have contributed $100,000 to NSSF’s #GUNVOTE® voter registration, … Continue reading
Bushnell Contributes $25,000 to NSSF’s 2020 #GUNVOTE Voter Education Campaign
Bushnell’s contribution to NSSF’s #GUNVOTE campaign means millions of new firearm owners and Second Amendment supporters will become registered voters, educated and active heading into November’s election. NEWTOWN, Conn. – NSSF®, the trade association for the firearm industry, is pleased … Continue reading
Leupold & Stevens, Inc. Makes Significant Contribution to NSSF’s 2020 #GUNVOTE Voter Education Campaign
Leupold is going above and beyond to assist NSSF in registering, educating and activating voters ahead of November’s election. NEWTOWN, Conn. – NSSF®, the trade association for the firearm industry, is pleased to announce that Leupold & Stevens, Inc., a … Continue reading
ICYMI: Biden Gun Control Would Choke Gun Sales
For immediate release | September 28, 2020 NEWTOWN, Conn. – NSSF®, the trade association for the firearm industry, is shining a spotlight on former Vice President Joe Biden’s radical antigun campaign promise to end gun sales as America knows it. … Continue reading
Taurus USA Contributes $100,000 to NSSF’s 2020 #GUNVOTE Voter Education Campaign
September 28, 2020 NEWTOWN, Conn. – NSSF®, the trade association for the firearm industry, is pleased to announce that Taurus USA, one of the nation’s leading firearm manufacturers, has contributed $100,000 to NSSF’s #GUNVOTE® voter registration, education and mobilization campaign. … Continue reading
Benelli USA Contributes $100,000 to NSSF’s 2020 #GUNVOTE Voter Education Campaign
NEWTOWN, Conn. – NSSF®, the trade association for the firearm industry, is pleased to announce that Benelli USA, a leading firearm manufacturer, has contributed $100,000 to NSSF’s #GUNVOTE® voter registration and education campaign. “Election Day 2020 represents the intersection of … Continue reading
Davidson’s, Inc. Contributes $50,000 to NSSF’s 2020 #GUNVOTE Voter Education Campaign
For immediate release | September 22, 2020 NEWTOWN, Conn. – NSSF®, the trade association for the firearm industry, is pleased to announce that Davidson’s, Inc., a leading firearm wholesale distributor, has contributed $50,000 to NSSF’s #GUNVOTE® voter registration, education and … Continue reading
Beretta USA Contributes $100,000 to NSSF’s 2020 #GUNVOTE Voter Education Campaign
NEWTOWN, Conn. – NSSF®, the trade association for the firearm industry, is pleased to announce that Beretta USA, a leading firearm manufacturer, has contributed $100,000 to NSSF’s #GUNVOTE® voter registration and education campaign. “The firearm industry is fortunate to have … Continue reading
Browning Arms Company, FN America Contribute $50,000 to NSSF’s 2020 #GUNVOTE Voter Education Campaign
For immediate release | September 21, 2020 NEWTOWN, Conn. – NSSF®, the trade association for the firearm industry, is pleased to announce that Browning Arms Company and FN America have together contributed $50,000 to NSSF’s #GUNVOTE® voter registration, education and … Continue reading
Guns.com Commits to Platinum Sponsorship of 2021 SHOT University
NEWTOWN, Conn. — NSSF®, the trade association for the firearms industry, is pleased to announce that Guns.com has agreed to sponsor the 2021 SHOT UniversitySM at the Platinum level. Headquartered in Burnsville, Minnesota, Guns.com is a firearms marketplace that partners … Continue reading
NSSF Releases 2020 Congressional Report Card
NEWTOWN, Conn. – NSSF®, the trade association for the firearm industry, released its 2020 Congressional Report Card, grading all 431 U.S. Representatives and 100 U.S. Senators on key legislation that was of critical importance to the firearm and ammunition industry, … Continue reading
National Shooting Sports Month Gets a Boost With S&W Gearbox Giveaway
For immediate release | September 16, 2020 NEWTOWN, Conn. – NSSF®, the trade association for the firearm industry, is pleased to announce that Smith & Wesson has agreed to sponsor a “+ONE Concealed Carry” Gearbox Giveaway in support of 2020’s … Continue reading
Firearm Industry Commends U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham’s Commitment to True Gun Safety
For immediate release | September 14, 2020 NEWTOWN, Conn. – NSSF®, the trade association for the firearm industry, joined U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R – S.C.) at Palmetto State Armory, in Greenville, S.C., to commend him for his commitment to … Continue reading
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