2nd Amendment
Change On Veterans’ Gun Rights Lights Fire
A major defense-spending bill hit an unexpected bump on its journey through the U.S. Senate over an amendment on veterans’ gun rights, which devolved into a heated floor debate and foreshadows a potential battle over Democrats’ vows to tweak the filibuster rules in the clubby, traditionally collegial body. Sen. Tom Coburn, Oklahoma Republican, wants veterans…
Read MoreNew Legislative Push For Open Carry Gun Law In Texas Stirs Emotions
A sophomore Texarkana state representative caused a stir this week when he announced he would once again push for an open carry gun law when the legislative session convenes in January. Rep. George Lavender hopes to spearhead legislation that would allow residents who have been approved for concealed-weapon carrying to carry holstered pistols in the…
Read MoreRep. Lavender to introduce open carry bill
This legislative session we could see a bill for “open carry”. State Representative George Lavender is currently writing the bill. “Essentially what the bill would do is give us license to carry instead of concealed carry. You can carry openly or concealed whichever you prefer but you still have to have a license,” said Lavender.…
Read MoreIs the Second Amendment Unlimited?
On Tuesday the federal appeals court in New York ruled that there is no fundamental right to carry a handgun outside your home. Kachalsky v. City of Westchester, No. 11-3642. Gun advocates like the National Rifle Association and the Second Amendment Foundation have been suing states and cities across the country, saying that “the Second…
Read MoreTexas A&M Personal Protection Bill
After many weeks of debate, Student Senate officially passed the “Texas A&M Personal Protection Bill,†which advocates for concealed carry in campus buildings. The concealed carry bill passed with a vote of 38-19 at the Oct. 31 Senate meeting, but was stalled after a motion was made to reconsider the bill. At Wednesday’s meeting, the…
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