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The U.S. Supreme Court vacated a decision that allowed 18- to 20-year-olds to carry firearms during emergencies in Pennsylvania. The Court directed the 3rd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals to reconsider its ruling in light of the June 2024 decision clarifying standards for constitutional firearms regulations. This action maintains Pennsylvania’s ban on young adults carrying guns during declared states of emergency.
The case, brought by the Second Amendment Foundation and Firearms Policy Coalition, challenges state restrictions on youth firearm possession. Adam Kraut, executive director of the Second Amendment Foundation, stated, “SAF will continue to do the necessary work required to restore the right to keep and bear arms for these 18-20-year-olds.”
Pennsylvania’s Attorney General Michelle Henry welcomed the Supreme Court’s decision, affirming her office’s commitment to defending the state’s “common sense gun laws.
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The Number:
58.2% Increase in Black American Gun Ownership
Firearms ownership among Black Americans increased 58.2% through the first six months of 2020.
In-Depth
Illinois Gun Stores Prepare for Potential Ruling Against Firearm Ban
Gun stores across Illinois are bracing for a possible federal court decision that could strike down the state’s ban on certain semi-automatic firearms and high-capacity magazines. Despite the current restrictions, some stores report increased sales of compliant firearms, while others struggle with reduced business.
Read More – Washington Examiner
Gun Rights Groups Support Iowa Police Chief in ATF Case
Gun Owners of America (GOA) and Gun Owners Foundation (GOF) have joined a coalition filing an amicus brief in support of former Iowa Police Chief Bradley Wendt. The coalition argues that federal law prohibits government interference in local police departments’ authority to acquire and use machine guns.
Highlights
- Hillsdale College Opens Ailes Action Shooting Range: Hillsdale College dedicates the Ailes Action Shooting Range, featuring multiple pistol and rifle bays for various shooting disciplines.
- Barrett Unveils Squad Support Rifle System: Barrett Firearms introduces the Squad Support Rifle System (SSRS) for the US Army’s Precision Grenadier System Program.
- H&K USA First Micro Compact CCW Pistol: H&K introduces the CC9, its first micro-compact pistol fully developed and manufactured in the USA.
- New Gunpowder, Primer Production In Arkansas: D&M Holding Company announces a $70M investment in a new factory in Des Arc, Arkansas.
- GOA & Partner Organizations Host Training in Texas: Gun Owners of America and Young Conservatives of Texas will conduct active shooter response training in Seguin, Texas, on October 26th.
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