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Spotlight
A federal trial challenging Illinois’ assault weapons ban began on September 16, 2024, in East St. Louis. Gun store owner Scott Pulaski testified that the Protect Illinois Communities Act significantly impacted his business and customers’ ability to purchase firearms for lawful purposes. The plaintiffs argue the law violates the Second Amendment, citing the Supreme Court’s Bruen decision.
The state contends that weapons primarily designed for military use are not constitutionally protected. However, a retired Marine Corps expert Jeff Eby testified that the banned guns differ from military weapons, as they are only semiautomatic and not suitable for combat.
Pro-gun advocates emphasize that the ban unnecessarily restricts access to commonly used firearms, hindering the ability of law-abiding citizens to defend themselves.
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The Number:
$3.4 Billion Online Gun & Ammo Market in 2024
The Online Gun and Ammunition Sales industry has grown at a strong 8.8% CAGR over the past five years to reach $3.4 billion in 2024, including a 5.1% increase in 2024 alone.
In-Depth
Federal Appeals Court to Hear Challenge to Florida’s Gun Age Restriction
The 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has scheduled an October 22 hearing in Atlanta to consider the National Rifle Association’s constitutional challenge to Florida’s law preventing people under 21 from purchasing rifles and other long guns. The law has been upheld by a federal district judge and a three-judge panel of the appeals court.
FPC Petitions Supreme Court on Second Amendment Injury
Firearms Policy Coalition (FPC) has filed a petition with the U.S. Supreme Court to address a circuit split. The petition stems from two FPC cases challenging Delaware’s bans on “assault weapons” and “large-capacity” magazines, arguing that the Third Circuit’s opinion treating Second Amendment rights differently from First Amendment rights for injunctive relief contradicts the Supreme Court’s Bruen decision.
Read More – Firearms Policy Coalition
GOA Launches “No Compromise Texas Tour” Ahead of November Election
Gun Owners of America (GOA) has announced a statewide bus tour in Texas, dubbed the “No Compromise Texas Tour,” to rally support for pro-Second Amendment candidates ahead of the November election. The tour will make over 60 stops across seven weeks, featuring appearances by various political figures and GOA leadership.
Highlights
- South Dakota: $13.5 Million Granted: Governor Noem announced the allocation of $13.5 million from the Future Fund to complete the Meade County shooting range, with a planned completion date in fall 2025.
- Celebrate National Hunting and Fishing Day: Utah DWR announced free shooting at two public ranges on Sepember 28 for license holders, celebrating National Hunting and Fishing Day.
- Fairfax County’s Deer Hunting Archery Program: Fairfax County’s archery program has begun, running until Feb. 25, 2025.
- Ruger Celebrates Its 75th Anniversary: Ruger released new 75th Anniversary 10/22 Sporters in black satin, featuring cold hammer-forged barrels and engraved logos, available through 2024.
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