When Sens. David Vitter, R-La., and John Thune, R-S.D, crafted legislation to enable gun owners to carry concealed weapons from state to state, they named it the “Respecting States’ Rights and Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act.” But in the view of the Brady Campaign to End Gun Violence, it would be better named the “Armed Vigilante [...]
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Senators Thune and Vitter Introduce Reciprocity Bill with more than 25 Cosponsors
Today, Senators John Thune (R-SD) and David Vitter (R-LA) introduced legislation to recognize national reciprocity for gun owners who can legally carry concealed firearms in the state where they reside. The Thune-Vitter bill, S. 2213, was introduced with a huge show of support. Twenty-nine Senators sponsored or cosponsored the bill, and this is, in large [...]
“National Right to Carry Reciprocity Act of 2012” introduced in U.S. Senate
Today, March 13, U.S. Senators Mark Begich (D-Alaska) and Joe Manchin (D-West Virginia) introduced S. 2188, the “National Right-to-Carry Reciprocity Act of 2012.” The bill is the Senate companion to H. R. 822,which was approved by the U. S. House last November by a vote of 272-154. S. 2188, like H.R. 822, would allow any person with a valid state-issued [...]
National Concealed Carry Reciprocity Bill Passes House
UPDATE 3/14/2012: National Right to Carry Reciprocity Act of 2012” introduced in U.S. Senate The House passed national concealed carry reciprocity legislation on Wednesday evening by a vote of 272-154. The bill, H.R. 822, is intended to allow persons who hold a concealed carry permit from one state to also carry anywhere in the country, [...]
Wisconsin DOJ Releases Concealed Carry Recognized Permit List, Training Requirements, and Application Process
On Oct. 20, 2011 the Wisconsin DOJ updated their FAQ on the new concealed carry laws which will be taking effect on Nov. 1, 2011. Included in this update is their list of out-of-state permits they will recognize along with training requirements and the application process. The current list of out-of-state concealed carry permits they [...]
Hearing Scheduled for H.R. 822, the National Right-to-Carry Reciprocity Act of 2011
For months we have been reporting on a critically important bill: H.R. 822—the National Right-to-Carry Reciprocity Act of 2011. This vital NRA-backed legislation, introduced earlier this year by Congressmen Cliff Stearns (R-Fla.) and Heath Shuler (D-N.C.) will enable millions of permit holders to exercise their right to self-defense while traveling outside their home states. Thanks to much [...]
Ohio and Louisiana Sign Concealed Carry Reciprocity Agreement
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine and Louisiana State Police Colonel Mike Edmonson have signed an agreement that permits reciprocity between their states for citizens who have valid concealed carry permits. “I am pleased that this agreement between Ohio and Louisiana will allow Ohioans who have concealed carry permits the same rights to carry a concealed [...]
Senator Thune Introducing Another National Reciprocity Bill
Sen. John R. Thune, R-S.D. says he will be introducing a new national concealed carry bill in just a few weeks. His 2009 National Reciprocity Bill S. 845 (see below) received 58 votes but that number is slightly deceiving. Some Democrats knowing he would not receive enough votes may have votes for him just to get a pro-gun [...]
Concealed Weapons Permits of 15 States to Be Accepted in Nevada
The Nevada Sheriffs’ and Chiefs’ Association members agreed at a meeting last month to recognize the carry concealed weapon permits of 15 states as being valid in Nevada beginning July 1. The states agreed to at the May 5 meeting are: Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Missouri, Nebraska, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, [...]
Oregon Bills Requiring Immediate Attention
Time is of the Essence Regarding Right-to-Carry Bills in OregonTuesday, May 31, 2011Two important right-to-carry reform bills, House Bill 2787 and House Bill 2792, are expected to be heard in the state Senate Judiciary Committee work session tomorrow in room 343 of the Capitol. HB 2787, sponsored by state Representatives Jeff Barker (D-28) and Kim [...]
Ohio Carry in Restaurants Bill Up for Vote
Ohio House Bill 45 will allow carrying of firearms in restaurants that serve alcohol and clarify law relating to transportation of firearms in vehicles. In particular it affects people with out of state permits, emergency orders, etc. The bill text is worth reading. HB 45 is up for a vote next week, so please contact [...]
Oregon Bills for Reciprocity and Removing Carry Permits from Public Records
Please contact your state senators and ask them to support House Bill 2787 and House Bill 2792. HB 2787 removes concealed carry permits from public record and HB 2792 allows for Oregon to have reciprocity with any state that issues concealed carry permits. HB 2792 text HB 2787 text CHL information is currently part of the [...]
Changes in Store for Utah Concealed Carry Permits
Under a measure signed into law by Governor Gary Herbert on Wednesday, Utah’s concealed weapons permit system—widely popular among gun owners nationwide because it’s recognized by 33 states—will see some significant changes. Senate Bill 26 requires non-residents who seek a Utah concealed-weapon permit to first obtain one from their home state, if available. As a result, [...]
National Right-to-Carry Reciprocity Bill Reintroduced
HR 822, the National Right-to-Carry Reciprocity Bill, has been reintroduced with the hope that the new Congress will be more enthusiastic about passing it. The current bill provides that anyone who has a valid firearm carry permit can use that permit in any other state that issues concealed weapons themselves, provided they are not a [...]
Concealed Carry Package Giveaway
